Priyanka Tiwari
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Suspense crime, Digital Desk : England's seasoned leg-spinner, Adil Rashid, achieved a significant personal milestone on Sunday, taking the field for his 150th One Day International (ODI) appearance. This landmark moment came during the first ODI of England's tour against the West Indies in Antigua.
Rashid has been a cornerstone of England's white-ball attack for years, renowned for his deceptive googlies and his knack for breaking partnerships in the crucial middle overs. His journey to 150 ODIs underscores his consistency and enduring value to the England setup.
Throughout his distinguished ODI career leading into this match, the 35-year-old has been a prolific wicket-taker. He had already accumulated 184 wickets at an impressive average of around 33.63, maintaining a respectable economy rate of just under six runs per over. His best bowling figures in the 50-over format remain a superb 5/27, achieved against Ireland.
Beyond ODIs, Rashid's prowess in limited-overs cricket is well-documented. He also holds the distinction of being England's leading wicket-taker in T20 Internationals, further cementing his status as one of the country's premier white-ball bowlers.
In his milestone 150th ODI, Rashid bowled eight overs and conceded 39 runs without picking up a wicket. However, his experience contributed to England's overall strong bowling performance, which restricted the West Indies to 202. England went on to comfortably win the match by six wickets.
This 150th cap is a testament to Rashid's skill, longevity, and his vital role in England's white-ball strategies over the past decade, marking him as one of their most reliable and impactful limited-overs specialists.
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