In a World Cup 2023 match between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Kolkata, Shaheen Afridi achieved a significant milestone by becoming the quickest fast-bowler to secure 100 wickets in one-day cricket. The 23-year-old accomplished this feat in just 51 matches, surpassing Mitchell Starc, who achieved it in 52 matches.
Here is a list of the fastest fast bowlers to reach 100 ODI wickets along with the number of matches:
- Shaheen Shah Afridi: 51 matches
- Mitchell Starc: 52 matches
- Shane Bond: 54 matches
- Mustafizur Rahman: 54 matches
- Brett Lee: 55 matches
Notably, Shaheen Afridi also holds the record for being the fastest Pakistani bowler to reach 100 wickets, outpacing Saqlain Mushtaq, who achieved this milestone in 53 matches.
Shaheen Afridi is widely regarded as one of the top bowlers in the world. He is a key player for the Pakistan team across all formats of the game, known for his effectiveness with the new ball.
Shaheen made his international debut in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is back in 2018.
In the match, Bangladesh’s captain Shakib Al Hasan won the toss and chose to bat. Bangladesh, having lost five out of six matches, made a change in their lineup, bringing in batsman Towhid Hridoy for Mahedi Hasan.
Pakistan, coming off a narrow loss to South Africa, made three changes in their lineup. They recalled the fit-again opener Fakhar Zaman, along with Agha Salman and Usama Mir. Shadab Khan is still in recovery from a concussion sustained during a fall against South Africa, while opener Imam-ul-Haq and spinner Mohammad Nawaz were also omitted.
Zaman, due to a knee injury, is featuring in only his second match of the tournament.
