PAK vs NZ: Naseem Shah’s stunning bowling in the first ODI against New Zealand at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has now broken a world record. Naseem Shah has now achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new world record for the most wickets taken in the first six ODIs. His exceptional talent has enabled him to claim an impressive total of 20 wickets in his initial six ODIs, surpassing the previous record held by Matt Henry, who had taken 19 wickets in the same number of matches.
Naseem Shah shines with ball
In a challenging situation where the pitch favoured the batsmen and bowlers found it tough to restrict the Kiwi batsmen, Naseem Shah showcased exceptional skills by conceding a mere 29 runs in his 10 overs while also claiming two vital wickets.
Naseem’s remarkable control and precision were evident as he bowled with great pace and accuracy, making it arduous for the New Zealand batsmen to accumulate runs freely. Consistently maintaining a tight line and length throughout his spell, Naseem kept the opposition guessing and compelled them to take risky shots in an attempt to score.
He skillfully mixed up his deliveries with a combination of well-directed short and full balls, preventing the batsmen from comfortably settling into their rhythm. This diverse and skillful approach added further difficulty for the opposition, solidifying Naseem’s impact during the match. Now his record of 20 wickets in six matches has brought him to an elite list of cricketers.
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Naseem Shah’s performance stood out as truly exceptional, especially considering the struggles faced by most other bowlers on the pitch. Apart from Agha Salman (who bowled only 2 overs), Naseem was the lone bowler to keep the runs under 30, showcasing remarkable control and effectiveness. His outstanding economy rate of 2.90 was the best among all the bowlers in the match. Naseem played a crucial role in containing the New Zealand batting lineup, limiting them to a total of 288-7. At one stage, it seemed like the opposition was poised to surpass the 300-run mark.
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