Pakistan’s young fast bowler Razaullah made his debut for Pakistan in a classy manner after impressing everyone in his Test debut at Edgbaston.
The 21-year-old pacer from Mardan made no mistake in making an impact in his debut, getting England’s Joe Root on the fourth ball of his career.
Razaullah was performing on the international stage for the first time and took out the legendary Joe Root.
But the journey of Razaullah to the Pakistan team is also as amazing as his memorable maiden appearance.
The young fast bowler reportedly didn’t have a passport with him when he was picked for Pakistan’s squad for the England tour.
He was reportedly unavailable on his mobile phone after being selected, making communication a new challenge for selectors.
Next, a coach was sent to Razaullah’s village to find the young cricketer and tell him that he had been selected in the national team.
It is reported that authorities hurried to issue his passport and visa for him to go to England.
However, the surprises were not limited to this. Razaullah would not be just a squad-mate learning on the sidelines; instead, he was part of Pakistan’s squad for the Edgbaston Test.
The young bowler proved to be promising and earned his place. He was bowling at 92 miles per hour.
Razaullah was able to take two wickets by the end of the day, and had an impressive start to a possibly bright international career.
Razaullah’s domestic career has also been speedy. He made his first-class debut with Peshawar last November in Quaid-e-Azam Trophy.
He made his debut for Mardan District team before making his way into the first-class circuit and impressed Abdul Rehman coach of Peshawar Region.
Having made his district debut in Mardan to dismissing Joe Root in England is a story that has captivated the cricket world.