Sep 26, 2023, 09:04 PM IST

Fastest bowlers in ODI for Pakistan

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Umar Gul

Umar Gul carved his niche as one of Pakistan's productive pace bowlers. With 179 wickets in 130 ODI's, including two five-wicket hauls.

Mohammad Asif

Mohammad Asif emerged as a promising prospect in Pakistan cricket with his reputation as a skilled fast bowler. His smooth bowling action and the ability to swing the ball both ways made him a formidable force. Over the course of 38 ODI  matches, Asif amassed 46 wickets

Mohammad Amir

 Mohammad Amir stands as one of the premier fast bowling talents actively gracing both international and domestic cricket arenas. Renowned for his lethal ability to swing the ball at a brisk pace, this left-arm pacer has secured a total of 81 dismissals in 61 ODI matches, which include one five-wicket haul. 

 Wasim Akram

Wasim Akram is widely celebrated as one of cricket's greatest fast bowlers. In ODIs, Akram's dominance was evident with 502 wickets in 356 matches, featuring six five-wicket hauls, solidifying his legendary status in the sport.

 Shoaib Akhtar

Shoaib Akhtar Known as the "Rawalpindi Express," Shoaib Akhtar etched his name in history as the fastest pacer in Pakistan cricket. His breathtaking pace and the distinction of being the first bowler to clock 100 miles per hour on two occasions marked his career. Akhtar claimed 247 wickets in 163 ODIs, with six five-wicket hauls.

Imran Khan

Imran Khan was not only a world-class bowler but also an exceptional leader and all-rounder, making him one of cricket's most complete players. In ODIs, he claimed 182 wickets in 175 matches, with one five-wicket haul, and scored 3709 runs, including one century and 19 fifties