Shadab Khan’s top 3 knocks in ODI Cricket

Shadab Khan who is a teenage leg spinner, gained prominence during the 2016/17 PSL season, showcasing his remarkable ability to take wickets with an impressive economy rate. His proficiency in delivering the wrong’un, although occasionally criticized for its frequency, has perplexed batsmen. 

Apart from his bowling prowess, the star leg spinner has demonstrated utility as a lower-order right-handed batsman in domestic cricket. His rapid ascent began with a first-class debut just ten months prior, and he caught the attention of Islamabad United in the PSL. Recognized by cricket legends like Wasim Akram and Misbah-ul-Haq, Shadab’s exceptional performance in the T20Is against the West Indies marked a meteoric rise, earning him widespread acclaim. 

Having known so much for his all-round ability, let us look at the top three batting performances from the leg spinner:

#1. 86(78) vs. WI in 2022

The 24-year-old outstanding all-round display guided Pakistan to a 53-run victory over West Indies in the third one-day international on Sunday, completing a 3-0 series sweep. Choosing to bat first, Pakistan faced early setbacks against Nicholas Pooran’s unexpected off-spin, resulting in a stumbling top order.

 However, Shadab’s career-best innings of 86 off 78 balls revitalized Pakistan, helping them reach a total of 269-9. Pooran, with figures of 4-48 in 10 overs, posed a challenge, but Shadab’s remarkable performance played a pivotal role in securing the series sweep for Pakistan.

#2. 54(77) vs NZ in 2018

In the 2018 tour of Pakistan to New Zealand, batting first the visitors fought all the way down. Chasing a mere total of 272 runs to win, the Pakistan team showed great fighting skills but was not able to cross the line. In the last match of the series, courtesy of 54 runs off 77 balls from the all-rounder helped the Pakistan team to put up a fighting show. The leg spinner hit five fours throughout his innings.

#3. 52*(68) vs SL in 2018

The Sri Lanka team were bowled out for 187 after falling to a 32-run loss in Abu Dhabi, as Pakistan recovered from 101 for 6 to take a 2-0 lead in the series. It was a brilliant effort from the all-rounder who helped Pakistan post a brilliant 219 considering the stage which they were in. Shadab scored a brilliant as well as resilient innings of 52 runs off 68 deliveries. 

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