Mustafizur Rahman: Bangladesh’s Pace Sensation Reaches 300 International Wickets Milestone
**Bangladesh cricket team speedster Mustafizur Rahman achieved a significant milestone by reaching 300 international wickets.**
Bangladesh cricket team speedster Mustafizur Rahman achieved a significant milestone by reaching 300 international wickets.
In a thrilling match against Sri Lanka in the third T20I in Sylhet, Mustafizur needed just one wicket to complete this exceptional feat. The left-arm pacer now joins an elite club as the third Bangladeshi bowler to reach this remarkable milestone.
Third Bangladeshi bowler to accomplish 300 international wickets
Mustafizur Rahman has taken the cricketing world by storm, racing to 300 international wickets from 209 matches. He now stands alongside cricketing legends like Shakib Al Hasan and former Bangladeshi captain Mashrafe Mortaza in achieving this landmark.
While Shakib Al Hasan leads the pack with a whopping 690 international wickets, Mustafizur is not far behind the legendary Mashrafe Mortaza, who ended his international career with 389 scalps. Mustafizur's impressive record includes six fifers and 10 four-wicket hauls, showcasing his prowess on the field.
Second-highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh in T20I cricket
A consistent performer for the Bangla Tigers in T20Is, Mustafizur Rahman has earned the title of the second-highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh in this format. With an impressive tally of 107 wickets from 91 matches at an average below 23, Mustafizur has proven to be a formidable force on the field.
He closely trails behind Shakib Al Hasan, who leads the pack with 140 wickets. Mustafizur's remarkable feat places him among the elite group of 11 bowlers who have scalped 100-plus wickets in T20I cricket, equaling the likes of Lasith Malinga and Rashid Khan.
Fourth-highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh in ODIs
In the realm of ODI cricket, Mustafizur Rahman continues to shine as the fourth-highest wicket-taker for Bangladesh. With an impressive record of 162 wickets from 103 ODIs at an average of 26.34, Mustafizur has left a lasting impact on the cricketing world.
His five fifers and as many four-wicket hauls in this format underscore his talent and skill on the field. Mustafizur's exceptional performance places him in the esteemed company of cricketing legends like Shakib Al Hasan, Mashrafe Mortaza, and Abdur Razzak in terms of wickets taken for Bangladesh in ODIs.
Mustafizur's Test cricket journey
While Mustafizur Rahman has primarily focused on white-ball cricket in recent years, his Test cricket journey has been equally noteworthy. Having featured in 15 Test matches, Mustafizur has taken 31 wickets at an average of 36.74, showcasing his versatility as a bowler.
With two four-wicket hauls in Test cricket, Mustafizur has proven his mettle on the Test arena as well. His standout performance in his debut Test against South Africa in 2015, where he narrowly missed a hat-trick by scalping three wickets in four balls, remains etched in cricketing history.
Notable records and achievements
Mustafizur Rahman's illustrious career is marked by several notable records and achievements. He achieved the milestone of 100 ODI wickets in just 54 matches, making him the fastest Bangladeshi bowler to reach this feat in the format.
His exceptional performance places him as the joint sixth-fastest bowler to reach 100 ODI wickets in cricket history, underscoring his talent and skill on the field. Additionally, Mustafizur holds the distinction of being the second Bangladesh bowler to claim a fifer on their ODI debut, a remarkable feat he accomplished against India in 2015.
In summary, Mustafizur Rahman's remarkable journey to 300 international wickets stands as a testament to his talent, skill, and dedication to the sport. As he continues to dazzle fans and critics alike with his exceptional bowling prowess, Mustafizur cements his legacy as one of Bangladesh's finest cricketing talents.
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