One of the quickest bowlers of his time. Fazal Mahmood was one of the first genuine Fast Bowlers from Pakistan. He made his Test Tebut for Pakistan, aginst India at Delhi in 1952/53. In a career spanning 34 Test Matches, Fazal picked up 139 wickets at an average of 24.70 and a best of 7 for 42. His performances earned him the distinction of being named the Wisden Cricketer of the year for 1955.
Born : 18 February 1927, Lahore Major Teams : Pakistan, Lahore, Punjab, North India. Batting Style: Right Hand Bat Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium Test Debut : Pakistan v India at Delhi, 1st Test, 1952/53 Last Test : Pakistan v England at The Oval, 5th Test, 1962 Wisden Cricketer of the Year 1955 TESTS (career) M I NO Runs HS Ave 100 50 Ct St Batting 34 50 6 620 60 14.09 - 1 11 O M R W Ave Best 5 10 SR Econ Bowling 1639 560 3434 139 24.70 7-42 13 4 70.7 2.09