Adil Rashid has etched his name in the history books by surpassing Graeme Swann to become England’s highest wicket-taking spinner in international cricket. Swann previously held the record with 410 wickets, but Rashid’s latest performance against the West Indies pushed him to 412 wickets across formats.
In the second ODI of the three-match series, Rashid claimed four key wickets — Brandon King (59), Shimron Hetmyer (4), Gudakesh Motie (18), and Alzarri Joseph (10) — in his ten-over spell, conceding 63 runs at an economy of 6.30. This was his 12th four-wicket haul in ODIs as England bowled out the Windies for 308 in 47.4 overs.
Rashid’s Career Numbers and Impact
Rashid’s milestone came in his 294th international match, showcasing his consistency and endurance over the years. He holds an average of 30.94 and an economy rate of 5.45 across formats. His career-best figures stand at 5/27 against Ireland.
In ODIs alone, Rashid has now taken 221 wickets in 151 matches at an average of 32.44 and an economy of 5.65. He also dominates England’s T20I bowling records, leading with 131 wickets. These numbers underline his vital role in England’s white-ball success and his adaptability in various conditions.
West Indies Collapse Despite Carty’s Century
Despite a brilliant 103 off 105 balls from Keacy Carty, the West Indies suffered a dramatic collapse. Carty was dropped on 1 and 41 and narrowly avoided two run-outs, but capitalized on his chances to build a strong foundation.
The Windies were comfortably placed at 205 for two before crumbling to 308 all out, allowing England to regain control of the match. England is eyeing their first ODI series win since September 2023 with this turnaround.
Both teams fielded competitive squads with experienced names such as Joe Root and Jos Buttler for England, and Shai Hope and Alzarri Joseph for the West Indies. Rashid’s record-breaking effort was the highlight of the game, reinforcing his legacy as one of England’s finest spinners in modern cricket.
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