Wasim Akram
Bowler
18 Mar 2025
Mohammad HafeezHafeez defends his controversial remarks on Pakistan's 90s cricketing legends
Former Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Hafeez has sought to clarify his recent comments questioning the legacy of the nation's cricketing icons from the 1990s.
11 Mar 2025
ICC Champions TrophyPCB chairman hails Champions Trophy 2025 as historic event
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has hailed the successful hosting of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 as a "historic event for cricket fans worldwide."
10 Mar 2025
ICC Champions Trophy'India would have won Champions Trophy anywhere': Wasim Akram
Former Pakistan cricketer, Wasim Akram, has hailed India after their dominating win in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.
10 Mar 2025
ICC Champions TrophyAjay Jadeja wishes India's Champions Trophy win was in Lahore
Former Indian cricketer, Ajay Jadeja, wished India's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final victory over New Zealand had happened in Lahore.
10 Mar 2025
Shoaib AkhtarAkram, Akhtar express disappointment over PCB's absence at CT final
Former Pakistani cricketers Wasim Akram and Shoaib Akhtar expressed their disappointment over the absence of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials on stage at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation.
08 Mar 2025
Waqar YounisWaqar Younis responds to Hafeez's criticism of 1990s cricket legends
Former Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Hafeez had recently slammed the legacy of Pakistan cricket stars of the 1990s and early 2000s, implying they didn't inspire the next generation.
28 Feb 2025
Pakistan Cricket TeamAkram reacts to Yograj Singh, open to mentoring Pakistan squad
Wasim Akram, a former Pakistani fast bowler, has stated he is ready to help the national cricket team.
24 Feb 2025
Mohammad Rizwan'Drastic steps needed': Wasim Akram slams Pakistan's Champions Trophy failure
Cricket legend Wasim Akram has expressed his disappointment over the performance of the Pakistani cricket team in the ongoing Champions Trophy.
20 Feb 2025
Babar AzamWasim Akram gives 'brutally honest' take on Pakistan's loss
The Pakistan cricket team suffered a major blow in their Champions Trophy campaign, losing to New Zealand by 60 runs.
07 Feb 2025
Anil KumbleAnil Kumble reminisces historic 10-wicket haul against Pakistan
India's legendary spinner Anil Kumble took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he looked back at his phenomenal 10/74 against Pakistan in 1999.
28 Jan 2025
Pakistan Cricket TeamPresenting the hat-tricks by Pakistan bowlers in Test cricket
Noman Ali recently became the first spinner from Pakistan to take a hat-trick in Test cricket.
14 Jan 2025
ICC Champions TrophyWATCH: Wasim Akram unveils iconic Champions Trophy white jacket
The ICC Champions Trophy is all set to make a grand comeback this year, following a long break.
14 Jan 2025
West Indies Cricket TeamBowlers with 60-plus wickets in Pakistan vs West Indies Tests
As the West Indies cricket team gears up for their first series against Pakistan on Pakistani soil since 2006, it is only fitting to take a look at the top wicket-takers in this historic rivalry.
20 Dec 2024
Shaheen AfridiShaheen Afridi floors South Africa with four-fer in 2nd ODI
Pakistan's pacer Shaheen Afridi claimed figures worth 4/47 in the 2nd ODI against South Africa at Newlands in Cape Town.
27 Nov 2024
Jasprit BumrahShastri hails Bumrah's captaincy in India's historic win over Australia
Former Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri has lauded Jasprit Bumrah for his phenomenal performance and leadership in the recent Perth Test.
12 Nov 2024
Pakistan Cricket TeamWasim Akram's hilarious story about his cat's haircut in Australia
Former Pakistan cricketer Wasim Akram recently shared a hilarious story during a commentary stint for the Pakistan-Australia ODI series.
08 Nov 2024
Haris RaufPresenting Pakistan pacers with fifers against Australia in Australia (ODIs)
Pakistan's ace fast bowler Haris Rauf put on a show against Australia in the second ODI at Adelaide Oval.
10 Sep 2024
Rishabh PantSourav Ganguly expresses concern over Pakistan's cricket team's decline
Former Indian cricket team captain, Sourav Ganguly, has voiced his concerns about the current state of Pakistan's cricket.
25 Jan 2024
Australian Cricket TeamMitchell Starc becomes fifth Australian with 350 Test wickets: Stats
Mitchell Starc has completed 350 wickets for Australia in Test cricket. The left-arm seamer unlocked this feat in the second Test against West Indies in Brisbane.
20 Jan 2024
James AndersonJames Anderson can accomplish these milestones in India Test series
England are gearing up to tour India for a five-Test series, starting on January 25.
06 Dec 2023
Australian Cricket TeamRevisiting the iconic Test matches between Australia and Pakistan
Australia are all set to host Pakistan in a three-match Test series, starting on December 14.
02 Dec 2023
Pakistan Cricket TeamDecoding Pakistan cricket team's Test stats on Australian soil
Pakistan will begin their three-match Test series against Australia on December 14 at the Optus Stadium in Perth.
11 Nov 2023
Shaheen AfridiShaheen Afridi scripts these ODI World Cup records for Pakistan
Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi claimed 2/72 from his 10 overs versus England in match number 44 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Saturday at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
09 Nov 2023
Trent BoultTrent Boult completes 50 ODI World Cup wickets: Key stats
New Zealand pacer Trent Boult achieved a new milestone in his ODI career.
04 Nov 2023
Mitchell StarcMitchell Starc becomes the third-highest wicket-taker in ODI WC history
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has broken the tie with Lasith Malinga to become the third-highest wicket-taker in ICC Cricket World Cups.
31 Oct 2023
Shaheen AfridiShaheen Afridi becomes fastest pacer to 100 ODI wickets: Stats
Pakistan pace spearhead Shaheen Afridi has scripted history by becoming the fastest pacer to accomplish 100 wickets in ODI cricket.
27 Oct 2023
Shaheen AfridiWorld Cup, Shaheen Afridi completes 50 ODIs: Decoding his stats
Pakistan pace spearhead Shaheen Afridi has completed 50 matches in ODI cricket.
27 Oct 2023
Mitchell StarcMitchell Starc vs Wasim Akram: Comparing their ODI stats
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc seems to be in full flow in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup. He has taken seven wickets from five matches so far.
25 Oct 2023
Mitchell StarcWorld Cup: Mitchell Starc becomes the most successful left-arm pacer
Australian cricket team pacer Mitchell Starc has become the most successful left-arm pacer in the ICC Cricket World Cup history.
19 Oct 2023
ICC Cricket World CupRevisiting iconic World Cup matches between Pakistan and Australia
Team Pakistan will be up against Australia in Match 18 of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
13 Oct 2023
Trent BoultTrent Boult becomes third-fastest to 200 ODI wickets: Key stats
New Zealand speedster Trent Boult has become the third-fastest bowler to complete 200 ODI wickets.
08 Oct 2023
Sachin TendulkarICC World Cup: Decoding the best knocks of Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar was the man for the big tournaments and therefore he is the leading run-scorer in ICC Cricket World Cup.
07 Oct 2023
Mitchell StarcMitchell Starc fastest to complete 50 World Cup wickets: Stats
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has scripted history as he has become the fastest bowler to accomplish 50 wickets in ICC Cricket World Cups.
04 Oct 2023
ICC Cricket World CupDecoding the best match-winning spells in ICC World Cup finals
Over the years, the ICC Cricket World Cup has witnessed several match-winning spells that took the fraternity by storm.
04 Oct 2023
ICC Cricket World CupICC World Cup: Statistical analysis of the best left-arm pacers
The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 starts on October 5 in India as heavyweights England and New Zealand square off at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
25 Sep 2023
ICC Cricket World CupPresenting the highest wicket-takers in ICC Cricket World Cup history
The 2023 edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup is scheduled to get underway on October 5.
22 Sep 2023
ICC Cricket World CupICC Cricket World Cup: Decoding Pakistan's stats and records
After a woeful show in the 2023 Asia Cup, Pakistan will look to make things count in the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in India, starting October 5.
03 Aug 2023
Lasith MalingaPresenting the unbreakable bowling records in ODI cricket
After two years of action-packed T20I cricket, it is time for the 50-over format to take over.
30 Oct 2022
Pakistan Cricket TeamWasim Akram reveals he was addicted to cocaine: Details here
In a shocking revelation, Pakistan legend Wasim Akram stated that he got addicted to cocaine after he retired from professional cricket.
30 Jul 2022
Sachin TendulkarReversible wool coat to signed bat: Ranveer Singh's unusual possessions
Ranveer Singh isn't for the weak-hearted. His recent photoshoot is proof.
21 Jul 2022
Ben StokesShould ODI cricket be scrapped? Here's how it can resurrect
One of the greatest all-rounders in modern-day cricket, Ben Stokes announced a sudden retirement from ODI cricket this month.
12 Apr 2021
Imran Khan (Pakistan PM)Imran Khan, Wasim Akram inducted in PCB Hall of Fame
The Pakistan Cricket Board is launching its own 'Hall of Fame' to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of Pakistani legends.
21 Jun 2020
England Cricket Team#ThisDayThatYear: Malinga rattles England, enters the elite list of bowlers
On this day in 2019, veteran fast bowler Lasith Malinga reached yet another historic feat in international cricket.
10 Jun 2020
Pakistan Cricket TeamBowlers will become robots with saliva ban: Wasim Akram
Pakistan legend Wasim Akram slammed ICC's decision to temporarily ban the use of saliva.
07 Jun 2020
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Sachin Tendulkar fifth on Wasim Akram's list of best batsmen
Bowling legend Wasim Akram named his top five batsmen that he either bowled to or played along side.
05 Jun 2020
International Cricket Council (ICC)ICC shouldn't stage T20 WC without spectators: Wasim Akram
Bowling legend Wasim Akram believes the International Cricket Council (ICC) shouldn't conduct the impending T20 World Cup sans spectators.
03 Jun 2020
Pakistan Cricket TeamHappy Birthday Wasim Akram: A look at his phenomenal records
Pakistan bowling legend Wasim Akram turned 54 on Wednesday.
21 Apr 2020
Pakistan Cricket Team'Would have killed Wasim Akram,' Shoaib Akhtar on match-fixing
Former Pakistan bowler Shoaib Akhtar opened up on match-fixing with rising number of cases in the country.
05 Apr 2020
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Wasim Akram terms Pakistan 'Brazil' of cricket
Veteran bowler Wasim Akram believes Pakistan is the "Brazil" of cricket in terms of talent.
25 Mar 2020
Imran Khan (Pakistan PM)#ThisDayThatYear: Imran Khan's valor handed Pakistan the coveted trophy
The Melbourne Cricket Ground in Australia witnessed a spectacle full of grit and valence on March 25, 1992.
26 Jan 2020
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Yuvraj Singh, Wasim Akram to play in Bushfire relief match
Former Pakistan cricket team captain Wasim Akram and India's Yuvraj Singh have joined a host of former cricketers set to feature in the Bushfire relief match on February 8.
29 Nov 2019
Pakistan Cricket TeamAustralia vs Pakistan: Who is 19-year-old debutant Muhammad Musa?
Former Pakistan legend Wasim Akram on Friday presented the team's newest pacer Muhammad Musa with his Test cap.
07 Aug 2019
Pakistan Cricket TeamMickey Arthur removed as Pakistan cricket team coach
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to remove head coach Mickey Arthur and his support staff, following the side's fifth-place finish at the ICC World Cup 2019 in England and Wales.
24 Jul 2019
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Wasim Akram humiliated and harassed at Manchester Airport: Details here
Legendary Pakistan fast bowler Wasim Akram shared a horrific experience which he endured in England.
14 Jul 2019
Cricket: News, Stats and more!World Cup: What are experts saying ahead of the final?
The ICC World Cup 2019 final is all set to be played today at Lord's.
22 Jun 2019
Pakistan Cricket TeamPakistan vs South Africa: Statistical preview, pitch report and head-to-head
Pakistan and South Africa have underachieved in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019.
06 Jun 2019
Pakistan Cricket TeamPakistan vs Sri Lanka: Statistical preview, pitch report and timing
Pakistan take on Sri Lanka in match number 11 of the ongoing ICC World Cup 2019 on Friday.
02 Jun 2019
England Cricket TeamEngland vs Pakistan: Statistical preview, pitch report and timing
Hosts England take on Pakistan in match number six of the ICC World Cup 2019 on Monday at Trent Bridge in Nottingham.
28 May 2019
AustraliaWorld Cup: Here are the stats you need to know
The ICC World Cup 2019 begins this Thursday, as the teams are all set to put in their best efforts to lay hands on the coveted title.
23 Jan 2019
Pakistan Cricket Team#CricketInNumbers: Key statistics, records of Pakistan in the World Cup
The ICC World Cup 2019 will start from May 30 onwards, in England and Wales.
22 Oct 2018
Test CricketLanka's Rangana Herath to retire after first Test against England
Sri Lankan left-arm bowler, Rangana Herath, has announced that he will be hanging up his boots after Sri Lanka play their first Test against England at Galle.
20 Jul 2018
Pakistan Cricket Team#StatAttack: 5 unique records held by Pakistanis in ODIs
The 1992 ICC World Cup winners, Pakistan, have a rich cricketing history.
16 Jun 2018
Pakistan NewsWas threatened against releasing autobiography, alleges Imran Khan's ex-wife Reham
Reham Khan, the former wife of Pakistani cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan, alleged she received death threats and was asked to not release her autobiography.
11 Jun 2018
Pakistan News'Imran Khan is gay, sexually-harassed me': Shocking allegations by Reham
Days after Reham Khan, former wife of Pakistani cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan, received legal notice for her new book, more sensational claims by her have now made headlines.
07 Jun 2018
BooksShocking allegations about Wasim Akram, others in Reham Khan's new-book
Former wife of Pakistani cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan, Reham Khan, is in trouble. She has been slapped notices by four persons for "defaming" them in her yet-to-be-released book, the manuscript of which was leaked online.
03 Jun 2018
Pakistan Cricket TeamHappy Birthday Wasim Akram!
Wasim Akram is regarded as one of the greatest left-arm bowlers of all time.
04 Mar 2018
IndiaDo you know these amazing cricket records?
Cricket has been in existence for more than 170 years. And in this period, several peculiar things have happened.
02 Mar 2018
India#CricketInNumbers: Batting records held by bowlers
There have been a number of times when the whole batting line-up has failed to score but the bowlers have stepped up to the situation to take the team out of trouble.
04 Jul 2017
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Batting records held by bowlers
There have been a number of times when the whole batting line-up has failed to score but the bowlers have risen up to the situation to take the team out of trouble.
24 Jun 2017
Pakistan Cricket TeamCould Mohammad Amir become the next 'Wasim Akram'?
Mohammad Amir was a nightmare for the Indian team in the finals of the ICC Champions Trophy.
04 Jun 2017
Pakistan Cricket TeamIndia-Pakistan cricket rivalry in numbers
The most awaited cricket match of the year, India versus Pakistan, will be played at Edgbaston in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy.
11 Dec 2016
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)Wasim Akram to skip 2017 season of IPL
Bowling coach of Kolkata Knight Riders, Wasim Akram will not be a part of the team for the upcoming season of Indian Premier League.
| Format | M | Ing | NO | R | HS | A | SR | 100s | 50s |
| Test | 104 | 147 | 19 | 2,898 | 257* | 22.64 | - | 3 | 7 |
| ODI | 356 | 280 | 55 | 3,717 | 86 | 16.52 | 88.33 | 0 | 6 |
| T20I | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| T20 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 55 | 24 | 13.75 | 122.22 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 594 | 467 | 97 | 6,993 | 89* | 18.9 | - | 0 | 17 |
| First Class | 257 | 355 | 40 | 7,161 | 257* | 22.73 | - | 7 | 24 |
| Format | M | Ing | Balls | R | W | A | SR | E | 5W | 10W |
| Test | 104 | 181 | 22,627 | 9,779 | 414 | 23.62 | 54.6 | 2.59 | 25 | 5 |
| ODI | 356 | 351 | 18,186 | 11,812 | 502 | 23.52 | 36.2 | 3.89 | 6 | 0 |
| T20I | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| T20 | 5 | 5 | 114 | 121 | 8 | 15.12 | 14.2 | 6.36 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 594 | 29,719 | 19,303 | 881 | 21.91 | 33.7 | 3.89 | 12 | 0 | |
| First Class | 257 | 50,277 | 22,549 | 1,042 | 21.64 | 48.2 | 2.69 | 70 | 16 |
