By:- B.T Team
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Sufiyan Muqeem is the youngest bowler in Pakistan's history to equal Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s record of 5/19 in a T20I.
He achieved this milestone in just his second international match, showcasing nerves of steel under pressure.
Debut Brilliance:
Inspirational Idol:
Sufiyan credits Wasim Akram as his biggest inspiration and often practices reverse swing techniques honed by the cricket legend.
Spin-turned-Pacer:
Originally trained as a leg-spinner, he transitioned to fast bowling to fill a gap in his local team.
His 5/19 included breaking three key partnerships in a high-stakes game, turning the match in Pakistan's favor.
Record Partnership Breaker:
Unbeaten Academy Streak:
Before his international debut, he went 22 matches without conceding more than 25 runs in any T20 domestic game.
Surprise Selection:
Sufiyan was not originally part of Pakistan's T20I squad but was a last-minute inclusion due to injuries.
Speed Variation Specialist:
Known for his deceptive slower deliveries, 70% of his wickets in domestic matches come from variations.