Whenever the topic of cricket comes up with respect to Pakistan, fast bowling is regarded as a distinctive feature of the nation. The bond between Pakistan and fast bowling has deep roots, stretching back many years. This tradition started with early legends like Fazal Mehmood and Sarfaraz Nawaz and continued with renowned figures such as Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and Shoaib Akhtar.

In the current era, we will explore the top 10 fastest bowlers in PSL, this legacy is carried forward by Mohammad Amir, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf. These are the bowlers who have not only mastered pace but also introduced innovative techniques in fast bowling, including reverse swing and deadly swinging yorkers, which remain synonymous with Pakistani bowlers to this day.

Pakistan has consistently nurtured its fast bowlers and the art of fast bowling. Today, we will explore the top 10 fastest bowlers in PSL history.

Number 10 – Mohammad Musa (148 Kph) PSL 2020

At number 10, we have the young Pakistani fast bowler, Mohammad Musa. During the PSL 2020, while playing for Islamabad United, he delivered a ball at a remarkable speed of 148 Kph.

Number 9 – Shaun Tait (148.4 Kph) PSL 2016

At number 9 is the Australian pace specialist, Shaun Tait. In the PSL, his fastest delivery was recorded at 148.4 Kph. This impressive speed was achieved during the 2016 season while he was playing for Peshawar Zalmi.

Number 8 – Naseem Shah (148.7 Kph) PSL 2022

Naseem Shah is in the 8th spot. His fastest delivery, which reached a speed of 148.7 Kph, was bowled in PSL 2022. He achieved this speed while representing Quetta Gladiators in a match against Peshawar Zalmi.

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Number 7 – Mohammad Amir (149 Kph)

Mohammad Amir is at the 7th position on this list, having achieved a top speed of 149 Kph in the history of the PSL.

Number 6 – Aamir Jamal (150 Kph) PSL 2023

Aamer Jamal occupies the 6th spot. Representing Peshawar Zalmi in the 2023 PSL (PSL 8), he delivered a ball at a speed of 150 Kph.

Now, let’s take a closer look at the top 5 fastest bowlers in the history of the PSL.

Number 5 – Shaheen Shah Afridi (151.2 Kph) PSL 2021

The top 5 list starts with Shaheen Shah Afridi, the captain of Lahore Qalandars. His fastest delivery was recorded at 151.2 Kph, which he achieved in PSL 2021 during a match against the Karachi Kings.

Number 4 – Wahab Riaz (151.6 Kph) PSL 2023

Wahab Riaz is in the 4th position. In the PSL, his highest recorded speed is 151.6 Kph, achieved during the 2023 season.

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Number 3 – Mohammad Hasnain (152.6 Kph) PSL 2021

Mohammad Hasnain holds the 3rd spot. His fastest ball, clocked at 152.6 Kph, was delivered in the 2021 PSL. He bowled this impressive delivery while representing Quetta Gladiators in a match against Islamabad United.

Number 2 – Ihsanullah (152.6 Kph) PSL 2023

Ihsanullah, who was named the man of the tournament for PSL 8, is in 2nd place with his fastest delivery recorded at 152.6 Kph. This young fast bowler from the Multan Sultans achieved this speed during the PSL 2023 in a match against Quetta Gladiators.

Number 1 – Haris Rauf (154.7 Kph) PSL 2022

At the top of the list is Haris Rauf, currently known as the sensation of Pakistani pace bowling. In PSL 2022, he reached a speed of 154.7 Kph, making him the fastest bowler in the history of the PSL, surpassing all other competitors.

Interestingly, this list features just one foreign player, with the remaining nine players being Pakistani. This contrasts sharply with the IPL, where the top 10 fastest IPL bowlers include eight foreign players, and only two Indian bowlers made it to that list. This clearly supports the fact mentioned at the start of the article: Pakistan is a veritable factory of fast bowlers, launching several new pace sensations into the market each year.

Below is the meticulously compiled list of the top 10 fastest bowlers in PSL who have made their mark in the PSL with their incredible pace.