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Shoaib Akhtar (Urdu, Punjabi: شعیب اختر; pronounced [ʃoeːb əxt̪ər] ⓘ; born 13 August 1975) is a Pakistani former international cricketer and commentator. Nicknamed the "Rawalpindi Express", he is the fastest bowler in cricketing history, with an unbeaten 161.3 kmph delivery.
- Right-handed
- 8 March 2011 v New Zealand
Shoaib Akhtar was the fastest bowler in the world, but his career was marred by controversies and injuries. Read his biography, records, videos and news at ESPNcricinfo.
- Male
- September 13, 1975
- Pakistan
Shoaib Akhtar was a Pakistani fast bowler who bowled at speeds close to 100 mph and troubled many legends of the game. He played 46 Tests, 163 ODIs and 15 T20s for Pakistan and also featured in IPL and other leagues.
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Nicknamed “Rawalpindi Express” as a tribute to his hometown and fast bowling, Shoaib Akhtar was the first bowler in the history of the game to break 100mph barrier, a feat that was previously considered impossible to achieve. His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers made him one of the best and deadliest bowlers in the game of Cricket.
Aug 5, 2020 · Listen to Shoaib Akhtar, the fastest bowler in cricket history, talk about his career, rivalries and controversies in a BBC podcast. He reveals how he trained to break 100mph, his verbal battles with Flintoff and Hayden, and his affectionate wrestling with Yuvraj and Harbhajan.
