Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf made history by becoming the quickest fast bowler to claim 100 T20 international wickets during the T20 World Cup 2024 must win match against Canada. The milestone was achieved at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Tuesday, marking a significant achievement in Rauf's career.

In a standout performance, Rauf took two crucial wickets, conceding only 26 runs in his 4 overs. This feat makes him the third bowler overall to reach 100 T20I wickets, and notably, the quickest ( in terms of matches ) pacer to do so. Rauf reached this landmark in just his 71st T20I match. 

FASTEST TO 100 T20I WICKETS

1. Rashid Khan (AFG) - 53 matches

2. Wanindu Hasaranga (SL) - 63 matches

3. Haris Rauf (PAK) - 71 matches

4. Mark Adair (IRE) - 72 matches

5. Bilal Khan (OMA) - 72 matches

Talking about the match , Opting to bowl first, Pakistan's bowlers showcased their prowess, restricting Canada to a modest total of 106. The Pakistani pacers were in top form, but Canada's batting lineup found it difficult to cope with Pakistan's disciplined bowling attack. Despite a few resilient efforts, they managed to post only 106 runs on the board.

In reply, Pakistan's batting was steady and assured. Captain Babar Azam led from the front with a run-a-ball knock, putting the chase on track from the start. Wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan played a gritty and crucial innings, scoring a determined fifty that guided Pakistan comfortably towards the target.