In a stunning display of fast bowling, Mohammed Siraj has etched his name in cricketing history during the Asia Cup 2023 final in Colombo. The Royal Challengers Bangalore pacer claimed an extraordinary five-wicket haul in just 15 deliveries, becoming the first and only Indian bowler to achieve such a feat. This remarkable performance has also established him as the quickest bowler to secure a five-wicket haul across formats, breaking previous records held by Usman Khan and Scott Boland.
Fastest Five-Wicket Hauls in ODI Cricket After Asia Cup 2023 Finals:
- Mohammed Siraj (India): 15 deliveries against Sri Lanka, 2023
- Chaminda Vaas (Sri Lanka): 16 deliveries against Bangladesh, 203
- Usman Khan (Pakistan): 21 deliveries against Sri Lanka, 2017
- Timm Van Der Gugten (Netherlands): 20 deliveries against Canada, 2013
Outstanding Performance for India: Furthermore, Mohammed Siraj’s phenomenal achievement is now etched in the annals of Indian cricket history. He holds the record for the most wickets taken in the first 10 overs of an ODI for India since 2002, with a spectacular five-wicket haul against Sri Lanka in Colombo during the Asia Cup 2023 final.
Quickest to 50th ODI Wickets: In terms of balls bowled, Mohammed Siraj has quickly reached the milestone of 50 ODI wickets, placing him second on the list. Ajantha Mendis from Sri Lanka leads this record, with Siraj following closely behind.
Exceptional Performance in Asia Cup ODIs: Adding to his list of achievements, Mohammed Siraj’s six-wicket haul against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2023 final has elevated him to legendary status, matching Ajantha Mendis’s record from the 2008 Asia Cup.
In what has been a historic and unforgettable performance, Mohammed Siraj has cemented his place as a cricketing sensation and a source of pride for Indian cricket fans.
