Wasim Akram

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Awards and Achievements

1992

Became the captain of the Pakistan National Cricket Team and won the Cricket World Cup as "Man-Of-The-Match.”

1993

Awarded "Wisden Cricketer of the Year."

1999

Took 502 wickets in 356 appearances in One Day Internationals.

2000

Selected by ESPN as the 21st greatest cricketer of all-time.

2003

Honoured with the ‘Lux Stylish Award’ for being the most stylish sportsperson

2009

Formally inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame.

2019

Received the Hilal-e-Imtiaz

2022

Formally inducted into the PCB Hall of Fame

Career Highlights:

Cricket Journey

A left-arm fast bowler and left-handed batsman, Wasim Akram made his international debut in 1984 (ODI) and 1985 (Test). He took 414 wickets and 2,898 runs in 104 Test matches and claimed 502 wickets and 3,717 runs in 356 ODIs.

Injury and Recovery

After suffering an injury in the late 1980s and undergoing multiple surgeries, Akram made a remarkable comeback by honing his mastery of swing bowling.

Bowling Partnership

Partnered with Waqar Younis to create one of the most formidable fast-bowling duos in cricket history.

Domestic Success

Gained acclaim and became a fan favourite while playing for Lancashire (1988-1998) and Hampshire (2003) in England.