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Shoaib Akhtar
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Shoaib Akhtar (Punjabi pronunciation: [ˈʃoeːb əxtər]; born 13 August 1975) is a Pakistani former international cricketer and commentator. Nicknamed the "Rawalpindi Express", he is the fastest bowler in cricketing history. Akhtar made his Test match debut in November 1997 as an opening fast bowler and played his first One Day International three months later. Post-retirement, he began a YouTube career by starting his own channel, where he gives reviews on International and league matches and Pakistani cricket.

Quick facts about Shoaib Akhtar

  • Full name: Shoaib Akhtar
  • Born: 1975-08-13
  • Nationality: Pakistan
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q738330

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Who is Shoaib Akhtar?

Shoaib Akhtar (Punjabi pronunciation: [ˈʃoeːb əxtər]; born 13 August 1975) is a Pakistani former international cricketer and commentator.

What nationality is Shoaib Akhtar?

Shoaib Akhtar is Pakistan.

When was Shoaib Akhtar born?

Shoaib Akhtar was born on 1975-08-13.

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