Zimbabwe Star Achieves Milestone with 1000 Runs and 100 Wickets in Historic T20I Victory Over Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe’s all-rounder Sikandar Raza has reached a significant milestone in T20 International cricket. He has now achieved the remarkable feat of scoring 1000 runs and claiming 100 wickets, a rarity in the sport’s shorter format.

Sikandar Raza’s Historic Performance Against Sri Lanka

In the T20I tri-series currently underway in Pakistan, Raza showcased his skills against Sri Lanka. With a crucial contribution of 47 runs off 32 balls, he helped Zimbabwe set a total of 162 runs for 8 wickets. Following his impressive batting, he also took the wicket of Kamindu Mendis, marking his 100th wicket in T20I cricket.

Joining an Elite Club

Raza’s achievement places him among an elite group of players in T20I history. He is the third male cricketer and the 11th overall to reach the milestone of 1000 runs and 100 wickets. The first female player to accomplish this was Ellyse Perry, followed by Pakistan’s Nida Dar. Other notable male cricketers in this elite club include Shakib Al Hasan and Mohammad Nabi.

Overall Career Statistics

As of now, Sikandar Raza has accumulated a total of 2823 runs and secured 100 wickets in T20Is. He currently ranks second in the ICC men’s T20I all-rounder standings. His consistency and skill have made a significant impact on his team.

Tri-Series Standings and Upcoming Matches

Zimbabwe is performing well in the ongoing tri-series. They currently lead the standings based on net run rate, having played two matches. After a narrow defeat to Pakistan in their opening game, the team rebounded with a solid win against Sri Lanka.

List of Players with 1000 Runs and 100 Wickets in T20Is

With two more matches remaining in the tri-series, Raza is poised to further enhance his statistics. Zimbabwe’s fans are hopeful for continued success as they support their team in this important tournament.