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    Shoaib Akhtar

    Shoaib Akhtar

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

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    Honours

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    Rankings

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    Records

    Shoaib Akhtar's achievements are defined by his record-breaking pace and his impact on the game. He holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest delivery ever bowled, a feat that remains unmatched. He was named one of Wisden's Cricketers of the Year in 2004 and received Pakistan's Pride of Performance award. His career, marked by 178 Test wickets and 247 ODI wickets, places him among the greats of fast bowling.

    Shoaib Akhtar receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    Guinness World Record

    Guinness World Records·2003

    Fastest cricket delivery in history at 161.3 km/h.

    Pride of Performance

    Government of Pakistan·2004

    National civilian award for contributions to cricket.

    Wisden Cricketer of the Year

    Wisden·2004

    Recognized as one of the top cricketers of the year.

    Rankings & Lists

    #Top 10

    Greatest fast bowlers of all time

    Various cricketing publications·2024

    Records & Feats

    Fastest delivery in cricket history

    World Record·2003

    Bowled at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) against England in the 2003 World Cup.

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