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Afghanistan’s superstar spinner Rashid Khan has etched his name in T20 cricket history by surpassing Dwayne Bravo’s long-standing record for the most wickets in the format. The 26-year-old leg-spinner broke the legendary West Indian all-rounder’s tally of 631 wickets when he dismissed Dunith Wellalage in SA20 Qualifier 1 against Paarl Royals on Tuesday.
Rashid, who made his T20 debut as a teenager in 2015, has rapidly climbed the ranks to become one of the most sought-after players in franchise cricket worldwide. With nearly 500 matches under his belt, his consistency and skill have set him apart as one of the greatest T20 bowlers of all time.
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A Record-Breaking Journey
Rashid’s journey to the top has been remarkable. He has played in multiple T20 leagues worldwide, including the IPL, PSL, Big Bash League, and SA20, proving his mettle in different conditions. The Afghan spin wizard has won both IPL and PSL titles and was a household name in Adelaide, where he played 69 games for the Strikers, including his career-best figures of 6/17.
What makes Rashid such a lethal bowler is his ability to bowl fast through the air while maintaining pinpoint accuracy. His unpredictable variations, combined with his aggressive approach, make him an incredibly difficult bowler to face.
Rashid Khan Reacts to His Historic Feat
Speaking about his milestone, Rashid admitted that he never imagined reaching such heights when he first started playing.
“It’s a great achievement. I never thought about it, if you asked me 10 years ago if I would get there. It’s a proud feeling to be from Afghanistan and to be at that level where you top the table. DJ [Bravo] is one of the best T20 bowlers. It’s a great honor and I’m looking forward to continuing,” Rashid told ESPNcricinfo.
With 633 wickets in 461 T20 matches at an astonishing economy rate of 6.49 and a strike rate of 16, Rashid has cemented his place as one of the finest T20 bowlers in cricket history. His stats include 16 four-wicket hauls and four five-wicket hauls, further proving his match-winning abilities.
IPL 2025 and the Future
Ahead of the IPL 2025 season, Gujarat Titans (GT) reaffirmed their faith in Rashid by retaining him for a whopping INR 15 crore. His presence in the team adds immense value, both as a wicket-taker and as a leader on the field.
With Rashid Khan continuing to dominate the T20 circuit, cricket fans can expect him to add many more wickets to his record-breaking tally. His journey from Afghanistan to becoming the most successful T20 bowler is nothing short of inspirational, and at just 26 years old, he still has a long career ahead of him.
