Taskin Ahmed Takes Record Breaking 7-Wicket Haul

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The fast bowler from Bangladesh, Taskin Ahmed, made history in T20 cricket on January 2, 2025, when he delivered a spell for Durbar Rajshahi against Dhaka Capitals at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur that will be remembered for ages. Taskin became the first player from Bangladesh to take a record 7 wickets for just 19 runs in the Bangladesh Premier League. This incredible feat made him the first-ever bowler in BPL to take seven wickets within a single innings of play. He set himself at par with some of the finest bowling talents in franchise T20 cricket.

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Taskin’s Historic 7/19: A Dominating Performance

Taskin Ahmed’s 7/19 figures do not just record the best of BPL history but also make it one of the greatest in the entire history of franchise T20 cricket. The seven-wicket haul left fans and analysts in awe as Taskin dismantled the batting lineup of Dhaka Capitals with sheer pace and accuracy.

The spell started with the dismissal of Liton Das, Dhaka’s one of the most important batsmen, and followed by another significant wicket of Tanjid Hasan. After breaking the early barrier, Taskin’s pace remained relentless as he took five more wickets in the last two overs. Among his victims were Shahadat Hossain, Chaturanga de Silva, Alauddin Babu, Mukidul Islam, and Shubham Ranjane—three of these came in his last over, proving his great skill and composure under pressure.

Since Taskin’s 7-wicket haul, this is the third-best bowling figure in T20 cricket history with only a few other performances. It is also the best bowling performance ever recorded in a franchise-based T20 league, breaking Mohammad Aamir’s previous BPL record of 6/17.

One of the Best Performances in T20 Cricket History

Taskin Ahmed’s 7/19 numbers have entered the greatest bowling feats in T20 cricket and placed him on the world map of elite T20 bowlers. Some of the greatest T20 bowling performances are as follows:

– 7/8 – Syazrul Idrus (Malaysia) vs China, Kuala Lumpur 2023
– 7/18 – Colin Ackermann (Leicestershire) vs Birmingham Bears, Leicester 2019
– 7/19 – Taskin Ahmed (Durbar Rajshahi) vs Dhaka Capitals, Mirpur 2025
– 6/3 – Harsha Bharadwaj (Singapore) vs Mongolia, Bangi 2024
– 6/5 – Arul Suppiah (Somerset) vs Glamorgan, Cardiff 2011
– 6/5 – Peter Aho (Nigeria) vs Sierra Leone, Lagos 2021

Taskin’s performance has been termed as one of the most impressive performances in T20 cricket. He has shown the ability to deliver under pressure and has dominated the shortest format.

Best Bowling Figures in Franchise T20 Leagues

Talking about franchise T20 cricket, Taskin Ahmed’s 7/19 in the BPL has created a new benchmark for excellence. Here are the top bowling performances in the history of franchise T20 leagues:

– 7/19 – Taskin Ahmed (Durbar Rajshahi) v Dhaka Capitals, Mirpur 2025 (BPL)
– 6/6 – Shakib Al Hasan (Barbados Tridents) v T&T Reds Steel, Barbados 2013 (CPL)
– 6/7 – Lasith Malinga (Melbourne Stars) v Perth Scorchers, Perth 2012 (BBL)
– 6/11 – Ish Sodhi (Adelaide Strikers) v Sydney Thunder, Sydney 2017 (BBL)
– 6/12 – Alzari Joseph (Mumbai Indians) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Hyderabad 2019 (IPL)

Taskin’s historic figures of 7/19 now stand as a new milestone in the BPL, surpassing several renowned bowling performances in other franchise leagues.

Taskin’s Impact on the Match

Taskin Ahmed’s spell was crucial in determining the outcome of the match. His record-breaking performance led to Dhaka Capitals’ collapse, as they were bowled out for a low total. The Rajshahi set a target of 175 runs, but despite losing some wickets early on, Anamul Haque, the captain of the team, and Ryan Burl could score unbeaten half-centuries to help the team win the match. It was the Capitals’ second loss in succession during the tournament.

Legacy of Taskin Ahmed in BPL

Taskin Ahmed’s 7 wickets will go into history books as one of the most remarkable displays of bowling in the BPL. This is reflective of his skill, consistency, and ability to perform well on bigger stages. His wonderful bowling display has not only seen his entry into the record books but also signaled the emergence of talent within Bangladesh’s fast-bowling department.

The performance of the BPL in this regard set a benchmark from Taskin, though. It remains to be seen if anyone goes on to make such a statement again in any other BPL or tournament held later. Still, his is one achievement, no doubt inspirational to many potential fast bowlers around the globe, including the country of Bangladesh.

Taskin Ahmed’s record-breaking 7-wicket haul in the Bangladesh Premier League has made history, with his 7/19 figures now standing as the best ever in the tournament and among the best in franchise T20 cricket. As one of the standout performances in recent T20 history, Taskin’s achievement will be remembered for years to come, and it sets a new benchmark for excellence in the shortest format of the game.

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