Shoaib Akhtar (pronounced [ʃoeːb əxt̪ər] ⓘ; born 13 August 1975) is a Pakistani former international cricketer and commentator.Nicknamed the "Rawalpindi Express", [3] he is the fastest bowler in cricketing history, with an unbeaten 161.3 kmph (100.23 mph) delivery. [4] Akhtar made his Test match debut in November 1997 as an opening fast bowler and played his first One …

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Forget about facing him, only the thoughts of it would bring shivers down your spine. Such was the impact of this super quick speedster called 'Shoaib Akhtar' on the psyche of batsmen.

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5 days ago · Shoaib Akhtar is regarded as one of the fiercest fast bowlers in the history of cricket. The Rawalpindi Express, a name that has been associated with him since his playing days, is popular among ...

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Shoaib Akhtar is a former Pakistani cricketer who played in all three formats of the game for fourteen years. Born on the 13th of August, 1975; he earned the nickname...

1 day ago · Ahead of IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 game, both Harbhajan Singh and Shoaib Akhtar came face-to-face to recreate their infamous 2010 Asia Cup spat. The video has now gone viral which showcases the former rivals having a playful exchange. The incident happened on the sidelines of the ILT20. The former cricketing rivals did reignite the ...

Nov 24, 2024 · Shoaib Akhtar, famously known as the “Rawalpindi Express,” is a former Pakistani cricketer celebrated for his unprecedented speed and aggressive bowling style. His journey from a small town in Pakistan to becoming the fastest bowler in …

4 days ago · Shoaib Akhtar revealed how a saint predicted greatness for him at an early age despite him 'not being able to walk'. Whenever the term 'pacers' is and will be mentioned in the annals of cricket ...