Rashid Khan Passes Bumrah to Become Third-Fastest in IPL's 150-Wicket Club

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan surpassed India's Jasprit Bumrah to become the third-fastest player to claim 150 IPL wickets. He achieved this during Gujarat Titans' match against Punjab Kings, though his performance was uncharacteristically costly. Rashid's efficiency has only been surpassed by Lasith Malinga and Sunil Narine, highlighting his significant impact in the tournament.

Afghanistan's cricket sensation, Rashid Khan, has etched his name in the annals of the Indian Premier League by surpassing Jasprit Bumrah to become the third-fastest bowler to claim 150 wickets. Rashid achieved this milestone in Gujarat Titans' opening game against Punjab Kings, although his performance fell short of his usual economic standards.

Rashid Khan secured his 150th IPL wicket in 122 matches, outpacing Bumrah's 124-match record. Despite his lackluster figures in this match, Rashid remains a formidable presence on the pitch, boasting an impressive wicket tally that's bettered only by Yuzvendra Chahal and Lasith Malinga, with the latter maintaining a superior average. Rashid's economy rate is eclipsed only by Sunil Narine, underscoring his impact in the league.

In the match against Punjab Kings, Rashid's bowling was uncharacteristically expensive, as he gave away 48 runs from his four overs, claiming just one debutant's wicket. Despite conceding runs at an economy rate significantly above his average, his solitary wicket was a crucial one. However, the game slipped away as Punjab Kings cruised to 243/5, setting a target that Gujarat Titans fell short of by 11 runs.

(With inputs from agencies.)