Wasim Akram is a former Pakistani international cricketer regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the sport's history. A left-arm pace bowler celebrated for his mastery of swing, including pioneering reverse swing at high pace, he played a leading role in Pakistan's Cricket World Cup victory in 1992 and later captained the national team.
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Career HighlightPart of Pakistan's 1992 Cricket World Cup winning squad; known as the Sultan of Swing, regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history. 1 Classification
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Wasim Akram (born 3 June 1966) is a Pakistani cricket commentator, coach, and former cricketer and captain of the Pakistan national cricket team.
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Wasim Akram (born 3 June 1966) is a Pakistani cricket commentator, coach, and former cricketer and captain of the Pakistan national cricket team.
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Wasim Akram (born 3 June 1966) is a Pakistani cricket commentator, coach, and former cricketer and captain of the Pakistan national cricket team.
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He was a part of the Pakistani squad which won the 1992 Cricket World Cup.
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Wasim Akram (born 3 June 1966) is a Pakistani cricket commentator, coach, and former cricketer and captain of the Pakistan national cricket team.
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