Fast bowler Hasan Ali became the sixth fastest Pakistani cricketer to take his 100th career One Day International (ODI) wicket.
The pacer achieved this feat in today’s match against New Zealand of the ICC World Cup 2023 being played in Bangalore, India.
The fast bowler claimed his century wicket in ODI cricket after dismissing Kiwi champion Devon Conway, who made 35 runs in 39 balls.
He is the 22nd Pakistani bowler to take 100 or more ODI wickets, the feat coming after Shaheen Shah Afridi who reached the milestone in the team’s last match against Bangladesh.
The right-armer’s feat comes after he joined the team as a replacement for leg-spinner Usama Mir in the line-up for today’s match.
Earlier, Pakistan won the toss and opted to play in the crucial World Cup match against New Zealand who welcomed back captain Kane Williamson after a thumb injury.
Williamson, who had only recovered from knee surgery shortly before the tournament, featured in the match against Bangladesh in Chennai on October 13 in which he broke his thumb and missed the next few games.
Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan remains unavailable for selection after suffering concussion during the one-wicket loss against South Africa.
Apart from Williamson, New Zealand named spinner Ish Sodhi in place of injured seamer Matt Henry, Will Young made way for the skipper while Mark Chapman replaced James Neesham.
New Zealand are currently fourth in the 10-team table with eight points after their opening four wins were followed by three defeats.
Pakistan, with six points, need a win to stay in contention for a place in the semi-finals.
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