Pakistani pace attack sets embarrassing record
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In the ICC World Cup 2023, Pakistan's fast bowler Shaheen Afridi set an undesirable record by delivering the most costly bowling spell in Pakistan's World Cup history.
On Saturday, he gave away 90 runs in 10 overs without taking any wickets during the match against New Zealand. Pakistan, known for its formidable pace attack, has been facing difficulties in this tournament.
Their leading pacers, Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf, couldn't live up to expectations in the game against New Zealand. New Zealand posted a formidable total of 401-6, largely thanks to Rachin Ravindra's third World Cup century and the determined effort of their captain, Kane Williamson, who contributed 95 runs.
These outstanding performances propelled New Zealand to a commanding position, leaving Pakistan in a challenging situation in the competition. Rachin Ravindra showcased his remarkable batting skills by achieving his third century in the tournament, while Kane Williamson narrowly missed scoring a century of his own.
During the same game, Shaheen Afridi conceded 90 runs in 10 overs without taking any wickets, breaking the previous record for the most expensive bowling spell in Pakistan's World Cup history, which was held by Haris Rauf, who had conceded 85 runs in 10 overs against the same team just 17 minutes earlier.
