Bangladesh’s all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan etched his name in T20 World Cup history during a thrilling Super Eight Group 1 match against India on Saturday. The left-arm spinner, already the leading wicket-taker in the tournament’s history, achieved a monumental milestone by claiming his 50th T20 World Cup wicket. This historic feat was achieved by dismissing Indian captain Rohit Sharma in the fourth over of the innings, making him the first bowler to reach this significant mark. The match witnessed a captivating back-and-forth between Shakib and Rohit. In his previous over, Shakib was put under pressure as Rohit and Virat Kohli smashed a four and a six, respectively. However, Shakib bounced back with a vengeance in his second over, claiming his landmark wicket after Rohit hit a six and a four in the space of three deliveries. Shakib’s dominance extends beyond the T20 World Cup, as he is also the second most prolific wicket-taker in all T20Is, with an impressive 148 wickets in 128 matches. He trails only New Zealand’s Tim Southee (164 wickets) on this prestigious list. Shakib’s historic achievement highlights his consistent brilliance and solidified his status as a legend in the world of T20 cricket.
Shakib Al Hasan Creates History with 50th T20 World Cup Wicket
