Waqar Younis

Awards & Honours

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Waqar Younis's achievements place him among the all-time greats of fast bowling. His 373 Test wickets and 416 ODI wickets are remarkable, and his Test strike rate of 53.7 balls per wicket is among the best ever for bowlers with over 350 wickets. He holds the record as the youngest Pakistani Test captain, a feat that highlights his early maturity and leadership. His induction into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2022 cements his legacy as one of the game's finest.

AwardsWaqar Younis has been honored with several prestigious awards throughout his career. He was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2022, recognizing his status as one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history. He was named Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1992 for his outstanding performances. He also received Pakistan's Pride of Performance Award from the Government of Pakistan for his contributions to cricket.

Honours & Distinctions

ICC Hall of Fame

ICC·2022

Inducted for his outstanding career as a fast bowler.

Pride of Performance

Government of Pakistan·1992

Awarded for his contributions to cricket.

Rankings & Lists

#Top 5

Greatest Fast Bowlers of All Time

ESPNcricinfo·2020

Records & Feats

Youngest Pakistani Test captain

Career Milestone·1993

At 22 years and 15 days old, he became the youngest Pakistani to captain the Test side in 1993.

Test strike rate among best ever

Career Milestone·2003

His Test strike rate of 53.7 balls per wicket is among the best for bowlers with over 350 wickets.

One of few bowlers with 400 ODI wickets

Career Milestone·2003

He is one of only four Pakistani bowlers to have taken over 400 ODI wickets.