Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan has set a new record in men’s T20 international cricket. He became the highest wicket-taker, surpassing New Zealand’s Tim Southee. Rashid Khan now holds 165 wickets in just 98 matches. This is a remarkable achievement given Southee’s 164 wickets came from 126 games.
Rashid Khan’s economy rate is also impressive at 6.07, much lower than Southee’s 8.00. At only 26 years old, Rashid has played 489 T20 matches worldwide. Across all these games, he has taken 664 wickets, making him the top T20 wicket-taker overall. This record is expected to stand for many years due to his young age and consistent performance.
In the recent tri-nation series held in Sharjah, Rashid Khan played a key role in Afghanistan’s win over the UAE. He took three wickets, helping his team win by 38 runs. This victory was Afghanistan’s first in the tournament. The win put Afghanistan second in the standings with one win and one loss.
Pakistan leads the group with two wins, while the UAE remains winless after two matches. The next match will see Afghanistan face Pakistan again in what promises to be an exciting contest. Rashid Khan’s performance will be crucial for Afghanistan in this game.
Pakistan’s Haris Rauf is also notable in this series. He ranks 11th with 124 T20I wickets from 88 matches. However, Rashid Khan’s record-breaking feat has drawn widespread attention.
Overall, Rashid Khan continues to prove why he is one of the best bowlers in T20 cricket history. His records and skills keep inspiring fans and players alike. Fans eagerly await his future performances in upcoming matches.
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