Wed Dec 04 00:37:53 UTC 2024: ## Pakistani Spinner Muqeem Bags Record-Breaking Five-Wicket Haul in Zimbabwe T20I

**Bulawayo, Zimbabwe** – Sufiyan Muqeem, a 25-year-old left-arm spinner, etched his name in Pakistan cricket history on Tuesday, December 3rd, during the second T20I against Zimbabwe. His stunning performance saw him claim the best ever bowling figures for Pakistan in T20Is – an incredible 5/3 in just 2.4 overs.

Muqeem’s devastating spell helped bowl out Zimbabwe for their lowest ever T20I total of 57 runs. This paltry total allowed Pakistan to cruise to a ten-wicket victory in a mere 5.3 overs, with Muqeem deservedly named Player of the Match.

The young spinner’s rise has been meteoric. After a relatively quiet start to his domestic career, Muqeem impressed in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and then shone during the Asian Games and the ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup. His performance in the recent T20I series against Australia, where he took wickets of prominent players like Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, further showcased his potential.

Muqeem’s 5/3 surpassed Umar Gul’s previous best figures of 5/6, establishing a new benchmark for Pakistan. He currently leads the series against Zimbabwe with eight wickets from two matches, boasting an exceptional average of 2.87 and an economy rate of 3.45.

With 14 T20I wickets under his belt already, Muqeem is considered a promising prospect for Pakistan’s Test team, despite yet to make his first-class debut. His rapid progression and impressive bowling skills have made him a valuable asset to the national side.

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