‘Achha nahi toh bura record hi sahi’ – Fans react as Haris Rauf concedes most sixes in single edition of ODI World Cup

Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf has captured the attention of cricket fans worldwide, but unfortunately, for all the wrong reasons. Rauf recently achieved an embarrassing milestone of conceding the most sixes in a single edition of the ODI World Cup. Fans are reacting with a mix of surprise and disappointment, as the star bowler, known for his raw pace and aggression, has struggled to maintain control over his deliveries.

He created this unwanted record during the ongoing 35th match of the tournament between New Zealand and Pakistan at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday, November 4. He conceded 85 runs in his 10 overs quota while taking only 1 wicket.

Rauf’s performances have come under scrutiny as his erratic bowling has allowed batters to target his deliveries and launch them for maximums. This unfortunate record is a stark contrast to his initial promise, and it raises questions about his ability to handle the high-pressure situations of a World Cup.

Pakistan supporters are hoping for Haris Rauf’s comeback

The right-arm pacer has played 8 matches in the tournament so far and has taken 13 wickets which is quite impressive. However, he couldn’t stop the batters from smashing big hits against him. The extra pace has troubled him a lot in the tournament. His economy rate of 6.79 is enough to tell how expensive he has been in the tournament with an embarrassing average of 36.07.

However, considering his past performance, cricket fans and supporters of Pakistan are hoping that Rauf can bounce back from this setback, demonstrating the resilience and potential he has shown in previous tournaments. The remainder of the tournament will be a test of his mental fortitude and ability to adapt, as he seeks to rectify his performance and contribute positively to his team’s campaign.

Here’s how fans reacted: