3 bowlers with the most fifers in T20 cricket

There have been several exceptional bowlers in the game of 20-over format. Over the years, the cricket fans have seen several prominent bowlers in T20 games and as the game goes on, several talented bowlers will etch their names in the history books. On that note, let us look at the three bowlers with the most fifers in T20 cricket.

3. Shaheen Afridi, Rashid Khan, Shakib Al Hasan (4 five-wicket hauls)

There are three world-class bowlers at the number three position in the form of Shaheen Afridi, Rashid Khan, and Shakib Al Hasan. Afridi, the left-arm pacer, has been a sensation. He has bowled extremely well over the years and has scalped four five-wicket hauls in T20 cricket.

Afghanistan’s prominent leg-spinner Rashid Khan has also been the force to be reckoned with in the T20 format. The right-arm spinner has bowled some magical spells for his franchises in many leagues including the IPL, BBL and PSL, and has four fifers to his name. Just like Rashid, veteran spinner Shakib Al Hasan has been a consistent performer for his side and will want to continue his impressive bowling spells ahead as well.

2. Lasith Malinga (5 five-wicket hauls)

Veteran pacer and legend Lasith Malinga comes second on the list with five five-wicket hauls to his name. The right-arm pacer had bowled some magical spells throughout his cricketing career and batters from all around the world feared his deadly spearing yorkers.

1. David Wiese (6 five-wicket haul)

Former South African and Namibia all-rounder David Wiese comes first in the list with six five-wicket hauls. Apart from his bowling skills, the right-handed batter can hit a very long ball and he had shown his capabilities during the 2021 T20 WC in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).