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Rashid Khan cruises past Tim Southee to become highest T20 wicket-taker
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- Web Desk
- Sep 03, 2025
WEB DESK: Afghanistan’s star spinner Rashid Khan has made history in Sharjah, becoming the highest wicket-taker in men’s T20 internationals during his team’s convincing 38-run win over the UAE in the ongoing tri-nation series. His three-wicket haul not only played a key role in the victory but also took his tally to 165 wickets in just 98 matches, surpassing New Zealand’s Tim Southee, who has 164 wickets in 126 games.
Rashid’s career economy rate of 6.07 and average of 13.75 make him one of the most effective bowlers in the format. The 26-year-old also holds the record for the most T20 wickets overall across leagues and international matches, with 664 wickets in 489 games. Considering his form and age, this new milestone may stand unchallenged for years.
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Other notable names in the T20I wicket-takers list include New Zealand’s Ish Sodhi (150), Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan (149), and Mustafizur Rahman (142). Pakistan’s Haris Rauf ranks 11th with 124 wickets in 88 matches.
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Afghanistan’s win over UAE was their first in the tournament and had put them second on the points table. Pakistan, having already beaten both Afghanistan and the UAE, remained at the top with a perfect record but broke the short-lived stint after losing to Afghanistan. The match promised intensity and excitement as the regional rivals faced off once again on UAE soil. Rashid’s record-breaking feat adds further significance to the encounter, cementing his legacy as one of the game’s greatest T20 bowlers. UAE are yet to win a match.
Rashid raises donations after Afghanistan earthquake
The captain took to his X formally Twitter to offer condolences and support to all his fellows back home in Afghanistan following a devastating earthquake between the night of Sunday and Monday, claiming more than 1300 lives and leaving thousands injured. He also shared a GoFundMe link, requesting people to donate and assist the victims. He has raised more than €40,000 for all those who are reeling from the calamity.
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