Afridi’s early breakthrough helped Pakistan start strong, leveling the record with Umar Gul
08 February, 2025
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Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has joined an elite group of bowlers, equaling Umar Gul's record for the most ODI wickets taken in the first over for Pakistan. This record, which is held by Mohammad Irfan and Wasim Akram, now includes Afridi in the list as well. Afridi achieved this milestone during the match against New Zealand, where he took the crucial wicket of Will Young on the fourth ball of the match.
Afridi’s early breakthrough helped Pakistan start strong, leveling the record with Gul, who had also taken 9 wickets in the first over of ODIs. Along with Irfan and Akram, who both have 10 first-over wickets in ODIs, Afridi is now part of an exclusive club of Pakistan's top bowlers.
His impressive start in the match against New Zealand not only tied the record but also gave Pakistan an early advantage from the very first over of the match.
Most ODI Wickets in the First Over for Pakistan:
