• A video of an Oman-based Shoaib Akhtar lookalike pacer has surfaced online.

  • The clip is getting mixed reactions from cricket fans all around the globe.

WATCH: Shoaib Akhtar lookalike from Oman wows cricket fans worldwide
Imran Muhammad (Image source: Twitter)

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Cricket, often referred to as the gentleman’s game, has its own set of legends and iconic figures who have left an indelible mark on the sport. Among these legends stands Shoaib Akhtar, the Rawalpindi Express, known for his blistering pace and the world’s fastest delivery recorded in cricket history (161.3 km/hr). The former Pakistan fast bowler’s ability to send shivers down the spine of even the most accomplished batters was legendary, making him a fan favourite not just in Pakistan but across the globe.

Recently, the internet has been buzzing with the uncanny resemblance between Akhtar and a young bowler named Imran Muhammad. Imran, often dubbed Akhtar’s lookalike, shares a similar bowling action and hairstyle reminiscent of the 48-year-old’s early days in cricket.

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A video of Imran bowling a ferocious bouncer went viral, leaving fans in awe of the striking similarity between the two.

 

The Rawalpindi Express: A Cricketing Legend

Shoaib Akhtar’s career spanned over 163 One Day Internationals (ODIs), during which he claimed an impressive 247 wickets at an average of 24.97. His ability to consistently trouble batters with his searing pace and unpredictable bounce made him a nightmare for opponents. In Test cricket, he proved equally lethal, taking 178 wickets in 46 matches at an average of 25.69, which included an impressive 12 five-wicket hauls. The right-hander’s ability to deliver at crucial moments made him one of the most feared fast bowlers in the world.

The emergence of Imran as Akhtar’s lookalike highlights the enduring power of cricketing legends. It’s a testament to his impact that someone like Imran, a budding cricketer from Oman, can gain fame simply by resembling the veteran pacer from Pakistan.

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