In a remarkable achievement, left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir has broken the record for the most maiden overs bowled by a pacer in T20 cricket, surpassing India‘s Bhuvneshwar Kumar. This milestone was reached during Amir’s performance for the Antigua and Barbuda Falcons in the ongoing Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2024 against the Barbados Royals.
A Record-Breaking Performance
Amir’s record-breaking moment came when he bowled the first over of the match, successfully keeping hard-hitting batter Rakheem Cornwall scoreless. Cornwall managed only a leg-bye off Amir’s last delivery, making it a perfect maiden over. With this performance, Amir’s tally of maidens in T20 cricket now stands at 25, breaking Kumar’s previous record of 24.
This achievement places Amir third on the all-time list for maidens in T20 cricket, trailing only Sunil Narine of the West Indies (30) and Shakib Al Hasan of Bangladesh (26). The record reflects Amir’s exceptional skills and consistency as a bowler, further solidifying his reputation in the T20 format.
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The Competitive Landscape
Amir’s accomplishment comes at a time when T20 cricket is witnessing fierce competition among bowlers. He has now left behind notable pacers like Jasprit Bumrah (21), Wahab Riaz (21), and Mohammad Irfan (20) in the maiden overs tally. Amir’s ability to maintain a stump-to-stump line, as evidenced by his three bowled and three LBW dismissals in this match, showcases his tactical prowess on the field.
The 31-year-old pacer has had a tumultuous career, with his early promise marred by controversies and a subsequent retirement from international cricket. However, Amir made a comeback to the sport and has been a key player in various T20 leagues around the world. His recent performances in the CPL have reaffirmed his status as one of the leading bowlers in the format.
Earlier this year, fellow Pakistani pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi also broke a record previously held by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, highlighting the rising talent among Pakistan’s fast bowlers. Afridi’s achievement of most first-over wickets in T20s demonstrates the competitive spirit within the team.
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