Rashid Khan IPL: The best spinner in T20 Cricket

Rashid Khan, the Afghanistan leg-spinner, has established himself as one of the best spinners in T20 cricket. With his crafty variations and unerring accuracy, he has bamboozled some of the best batsmen in the world. His rise to stardom has been nothing short of a fairytale, especially given his humble beginnings in a war-torn country.

Rashid Khan IPL

Since his debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2017, Rashid has been a force to reckon with. In his debut season, he took 17 wickets in 14 matches for the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and played a crucial role in their journey to the playoffs. The following year, he was even more impressive, taking 21 wickets in 17 matches and helping SRH reach the final.

Let’s look at Rashid Khan IPL career in numbers

Year	Mat	Balls	Runs	WKTS	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4W	5W

Career	92	2195	2333	112	4/24	20.83	6.38	19.60	1	0
2022	16	383	421	19	4/24	22.16	6.60	20.16	1	0
2021	14	336	375	18	3/36	20.83	6.69	18.66	0	0
2020	16	384	344	20	3/7	17.20	5.37	19.20	0	0
2019	15	360	377	17	3/21	22.17	6.28	21.17	0	0
2018	17	408	458	21	3/19	21.80	6.73	19.42	0	0
2017	14	324	358	17	3/19	21.05	6.62	19.05	0	0

In 2020, Rashid continued his good form, taking 20 wickets in 16 matches with an impressive economy rate of 5.37. He was one of the key reasons why SRH qualified for the playoffs that season. In the 2021 season, Rashid took 18 wickets in 14 matches with an economy rate of 6.69. Although SRH did not qualify for the playoffs, Rashid’s performances were still noteworthy.

However, it was in the 2018 season that Rashid truly announced himself as one of the best leg-spinners in T20 cricket. He took 21 wickets in 17 matches with an economy rate of 6.73 and played a crucial role in SRH reaching the final. In the final, he bowled a match-winning spell of 2 for 23 in his four overs and was deservedly named the Player of the Match.

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What makes Rashid Khan the best spinner in T20 Cricket?

Rashid’s success in the IPL can be attributed to his ability to consistently land the ball in the right areas and his wide range of variations. He has a well-disguised googly, a skiddy top-spinner, and a sharp leg-cutter that can surprise even the most experienced batsmen. His accuracy and control make it difficult for batsmen to score runs off him, and his wicket-taking ability is a huge asset for any team.

Apart from his success in the IPL, Rashid has also been a star performer in other T20 leagues around the world. He has played for teams in the Big Bash League (BBL), the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), and the Pakistan Super League (PSL). In fact, he is one of the most sought-after players in T20 cricket and commands a high price at auctions.

Rashid’s journey to the top of T20 cricket has not been an easy one. He grew up in a war-torn country where cricket was not a popular sport. However, he was drawn to the game and started playing tennis ball cricket on the streets. He soon caught the eye of local coaches and began training in proper cricketing facilities.

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His hard work and dedication paid off when he made his international debut for Afghanistan in 2015. He quickly established himself as a key player in the team and played a crucial role in Afghanistan’s rise in international cricket. He has taken 298 wickets in 191 matches across all formats for Afghanistan and is one of their most valuable players.

Rashid Khan’s success in T20 cricket is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and talent. He has established himself as one of the best leg-spinners in the world and is a key player for any team he represents. His performances in the IPL have been exceptional, and he has played a crucial role in SRH’s success over the years.

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