Mohammed Shami Becomes Fastest to 200 ODI Wickets, Surpassing Mitchell Starc
India are playing their first match of the Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium against Bangladesh. In what has panned out as an exiciting clash, Mohammed Shami has led the Indian bowling putting them on the front foot in the game
In a historic performance at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has set a new world record by becoming the fastest bowler to claim 200 wickets in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Shami achieved this milestone during India's opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against Bangladesh, reaching the landmark in just 104 matches and delivering 5,126 balls. This surpasses the previous record held by Australia's Mitchell Starc, who reached 200 wickets in 102 matches but required 5,240 deliveries.
Match Highlights: Shami's Record-Breaking Performance
Bangladesh elected to bat first after winning the toss. Shami made an immediate impact, dismissing opener Soumya Sarkar in the very first over. He continued his assault by removing Mehidy Hasan Miraz shortly thereafter, leaving Bangladesh struggling at 35/5. A resilient partnership between Jaker Ali and Towhid Hridoy offered some resistance, but Shami returned to break the stand by claiming Ali's wicket, thereby securing his 200th ODI scalp.
Fastest to 200 ODI Wickets: Deliveries and Matches
Shami's remarkable feat is highlighted by his efficiency in terms of deliveries bowled:
- Mohammed Shami: 5,126 deliveries
- Mitchell Starc: 5,240 deliveries
- Saqlain Mushtaq: 5,451 deliveries
- Brett Lee: 5,640 deliveries
- Trent Boult: 5,783 deliveries
In terms of matches played to reach the 200-wicket milestone, Shami is now joint second-fastest:
- Mitchell Starc: 102 matches
- Mohammed Shami / Saqlain Mushtaq: 104 matches
- Trent Boult: 107 matches
- Brett Lee: 112 matches
- Allan Donald: 117 matches
Notably, Shami has also become the fastest Indian bowler to reach this milestone, surpassing former pacer and current chief selector Ajit Agarkar, who achieved 200 ODI wickets in 133 matches.
Shami's Consistency and Impact
Since his ODI debut against Pakistan in January 2013, Shami has been a cornerstone of India's bowling attack. His ability to deliver crucial breakthroughs consistently has been instrumental in India's success across formats. In the 2023 World Cup, Shami's exceptional performance included four five-wicket hauls, setting a new benchmark in World Cup history.
Looking Ahead: India's Prospects in the Champions Trophy
With Shami leading the pace attack, India's prospects in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 appear promising. His record-breaking achievement not only boosts team morale but also sets a high standard for bowling excellence in the tournament. Fans and cricket enthusiasts worldwide will be keenly watching how Shami and Team India perform in the upcoming matches.
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