6.5-foot giant makes history; Bowler claims 7 wickets against Australian side in a record-breaking performance
This was a historic day for the sport of cricket as Pakistani bowler, Mohammad Irfan, made history by becoming the tallest player to ever represent his country in a Test match. The 6'10" quickie also marked his debut with a remarkable performance, taking 7 wickets against the vaunted Australian side in the first Test in Dubai.
A historic debut
Irfan is no stranger to making history - he was the first Pakistani bowler to take a hat-trick in a T20I, and was also the tallest player to ever play in the Indian Premier League. But his performance against Australia was his most impressive yet. The 34-year-old used his height to great effect, bowling with accuracy and pace that troubled the Australian batsmen throughout the match.
Irfan's first wicket was that of David Warner, who was caught behind for 0. He then went on to dismiss Usman Khawaja, Joe Burns, and Steve Smith, all in the space of 18 overs. Irfan's performance was a major factor in Pakistan's victory, as they eventually bowled out Australia for 145 in their second innings - their lowest total against Pakistan in 13 years.
A star in the making
Irfan's performance has made him an instant star in Pakistan. He is being hailed as the next great Pakistani fast bowler, and his performance against Australia has put him on the radar of cricket fans around the world. If he can continue to perform at this level, he has the potential to become one of the best bowlers in the game.
Conclusion
Mohammad Irfan's performance against Australia was a historic moment for Pakistan cricket. Irfan is a talented bowler who has the potential to become one of the best in the game. His performance against Australia has shown that he has the skill and the determination to succeed at the highest level.