Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf has reached the milestone of 200 international wickets, marking a significant achievement in his career. Since making his debut in 2020, Rauf has established himself as one of Pakistan’s premier fast bowlers, particularly excelling in limited-overs cricket. He has been one of the fastest and reliable bowler in Pakistan Cricket History almost in all formats.
Breakdown of His 200 Wickets Across Formats
As of early 2025, Haris Rauf’s international wicket tally is as follows:
One-Day Internationals (ODIs):
83 wickets in 46 matches
T20 Internationals (T20Is):
110 wickets in 79 matches
Test Matches:
A limited number of appearances but has contributed with wickets when given the opportunity.
His bowling speed, often exceeding 150 km/h, has made him a vital part of Pakistan’s bowling attack.
Key Contributions & Notable Performances
1. T20 World Cup Impact
Rauf was instrumental in Pakistan’s 2022 T20 World Cup campaign, where he delivered crucial performances, including an iconic spell against India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
His ability to bowl in the death overs has often won games for Pakistan.
2. ODI Consistency
In ODIs, he has been a reliable wicket-taker, especially in the middle overs, often breaking crucial partnerships.
He played an important role in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he was among Pakistan’s leading bowlers despite the team’s inconsistent performance.
3. Test Cricket & Adaptation
While primarily a white-ball specialist, Haris Rauf has been tested in the longer format, showing glimpses of potential.
His raw pace and aggression have helped him trouble top-class batters across formats.
Recent Recovery from Injury
Haris Rauf recently suffered a muscular strain in his lower chest wall during a three-nation T20I series in early 2025.
Despite concerns over his fitness, he has recovered in time for Pakistan’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign, boosting the team’s fast-bowling department.
Significance of This Milestone
Haris Rauf is now among the fastest Pakistani bowlers to reach 200 international wickets, joining an elite list of speedsters like Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar, and Shaheen Afridi.
His contribution to Pakistan’s T20I bowling attack makes him one of the leading wicket-takers in the format.
Future Prospects
Given his aggressive bowling style and fitness improvements, Rauf is expected to continue being a key strike bowler for Pakistan in white-ball cricket.
With upcoming tournaments like the T20 World Cup 2026, he will likely play a crucial role in Pakistan’s campaign.
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