Trent Boult etched his name in the history books on Thursday by becoming the first New Zealand bowler to take 50 wickets in the ICC ODI World Cup.
The left-arm pacer achieved this remarkable feat during New Zealand’s match against Sri Lanka at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Boult’s achievement is a testament to his exceptional bowling skills and his ability to perform consistently on the big stage. He joins an exclusive group of bowlers who have reached this milestone in the ODI World Cup, including Mitchell Starc, Wasim Akram, Glenn McGrath, Muthiah Muralidaran, Lasith Malinga, and Chaminda Vaas.
Currently, Boult holds the sixth position on the list of bowlers with the most ODI World Cup wickets, having amassed 52 scalps at an average of 22.07. He is behind Starc (59 wickets), McGrath (71 wickets), Muralidaran (68 wickets), Malinga (56 wickets), and Akram (55 wickets).
Boult’s impressive performance in the ongoing World Cup has played a crucial role in New Zealand’s success. He has been the team’s leading wicket-taker, claiming 11 wickets in nine matches. His ability to swing the ball both ways and extract bounce from the pitch has made him a formidable force for opposition batsmen.
With his 50th wicket, Boult has further cemented his legacy as one of the finest bowlers in New Zealand’s cricket history. His achievement is a source of pride for the nation and an inspiration to aspiring cricketers around the world. (Edited)