Wasim Akram’s bowling in the 2nd Test against India at Faisalabad in 1989 was not just a spell—it was a statement.
Though the scorecard shows 3 wickets for 107 runs in 38 overs, those numbers barely tell the full story. This was fast bowling at its rawest, most electrifying form. Wasim steamed in with pure pace, aggression, and relentless accuracy that left Indian batters visibly shaken.
Watch his fierce battle with Krishnamachari Srikkanth, the short-pitched onslaught that made Navjot Singh Sidhu uncomfortable, and the rising delivery that struck a young Sachin Tendulkar. Even wicketkeeper Nadeem Abbasi struggled to collect some deliveries, underlining the sheer heat Wasim was generating.
Fielders in the slips dropped chances—not because they were poor fielders, but because they couldn’t judge the ball's pace. And remember—there were no speed guns in 1989, but anyone watching could sense he was bowling easily in the 150+ km/h range.
This is one of those rare spells that transcends stats—a masterclass in fast bowling. If you’re a true cricket fan, this is one to treasure.
👉 Watch now, relive the fire, and let us know in the comments: Do you think this was one of Akram’s most underrated spells?
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