A Day to Forget for the Afghan Star
Rashid Khan, one of T20 cricket’s most consistent bowlers, had a night every player fears. Even the best can have a bad day — and this was his.”
Representing the Oval Invincibles in The Hundred 2025, Rashid conceded more runs than any bowler in the tournament’s history, leaving fans stunned.
The Most Expensive Spell Ever
Against Birmingham Phoenix, Rashid bowled his full 20-ball allocation — the maximum a bowler can deliver in The Hundred — and conceded 59 runs without taking a single wicket.
That’s not just a personal low — it’s a new record for the most expensive spell in The Hundred’s history, beating the previous mark of 53 runs.
The Over That Changed Everything
The defining moment came in Rashid’s final over. Liam Livingstone launched a furious attack, hitting three sixes and two fours in just five balls — 26 runs that turned the game on its head.
That over completely shifted the match in Birmingham Phoenix’s favor, leaving Rashid with figures few bowlers ever encounter..
Why This Matters
Short-format cricket is unpredictable. One over can change everything, even for world-class bowlers. Rashid’s economy rate is usually among the best in the game, so this performance stood out as a rare slip.
For fans, it was a treat to watch Livingstone’s power-hitting. For Rashid, it was a reminder that in cricket, anyone can be on the receiving end of a big over.
What’s Next for Rashid?
Rashid has built his career on bouncing back from setbacks. One challenging night won’t slow him down for long.
With more matches ahead in The Hundred — and the Asia Cup 2025 around the corner — fans can expect him to return stronger than ever, armed with his lethal leg-spin and that signature grin.
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