Tried veteran leg-spinner Adil Rashid has made history by becoming the first Muslim British cricketer to play 150 One Day Internationals (ODIs) for England. The 37-year-old did this incredible feat on Thursday while playing the first match of the three-match ODI series against the West Indies at Edgbaston.
Joining England’s ODI Elite
With this visit, Rashid becomes the exclusive group of England cricketers who have played 150 and above ODIs. He now becomes the ninth English cricketer to achieve this feat, rubbing shoulders with such legends as:
Eoin Morgan – 225 matches
Paul Collingwood – 197 matches
James Anderson – 194 matches
Jos Buttler – 188 matches
Joe Root – 178 matches
Alec Stewart – 170 matches
Ian Bell – 161 matches
Darren Gough – 158 matches
Adil Rashid – 150 matches
Rashid’s record further solidifies his place in history as one of England’s most reliable limited-overs bowlers.
Impressive Career Stats
Adil Rashid has been a reliable force for England in ODIs since making his debut in 2009. In his 150-match career, he has bagged 215 wickets at an average of 32.82. His best bowling performance was in 2017 against Ireland when he bowled a magic spell of 5 wickets for 27 runs.
Rashid stands among just three England bowlers to have taken over 200 wickets in One Day Internationals. He stands at number three on the all-time list behind:
James Anderson – 269 wickets
Darren Gough – 234 wickets
Adil Rashid – 215 wickets
England Posts Huge Total in the Series Opener
In the same game Rashid achieved his record, England played a batting clinic, scoring a mammoth 400/8 in 50 overs. The team delivered a dominant all-round display, led by standout contributions from:
Jacob Bethell led the charge with a blistering 82 off just 53 deliveries.
Ben Duckett – 60 runs
Harry Brook – 58 runs
Joe Root – 57 runs
The batting performance reflected England’s rich bench and talent to overpower in home conditions.
A Milestone in English Cricket’s Diversity
Adil Rashid’s 150th ODI is a testament to his personal greatness as much as it is a milestone for diversity and representation in English cricket. Being the first Muslim British cricketer to achieve this, Rashid is an icon of sorts for future players from all backgrounds.
Final Thoughts
Adil Rashid’s milestone reflects his unwavering dedication, skill, and resilience throughout a long and successful international journey. As England prepares for challenges to come, Rashid is still a linchpin within the team—both for his performances on the field and his status as a veteran presence within the dressing room.