Shabnim Ismail’s feat not only showcases her exceptional talent and dedication but also highlights the growing prominence of women’s cricket on the global stage.
As one of the fastest bowlers in women’s cricket, her achievement is a testament to the progress and evolution of women’s cricket, inspiring a new generation of players. With each barrier broken, Ismail continues to redefine the boundaries of what is possible in women’s cricket, paving the way for greater recognition and respect for the sport.
Her remarkable performance in the Women’s Premier League game against Delhi Capitals serves as a reminder of the immense skill and determination present in women’s cricket, further solidifying its place in the world of sports.
Shabnim Ismail, the South African pacer, recently made news when she broke the 130 kph mark in women’s cricket. She did this by hitting a whooping 132.1 kph delivery. Ismail’s explosive speed unsettled hitters and Delhi Capitals’ skipper Meg Lanning just avoided being dismissed off a leg before wicket.
Reacting to this, Ismail mentions that she doesn’t pay attention to speed readings when bowling and is still committed to improving her game despite this accomplishment. Her stellar career already included a prior fastest delivery of 128.3 kph in the same competition. This accomplishment builds on that. She also surpasses the world record held by Ellyse Perry’s 130.5 kph fastest delivery record.
Fans were electrified by Ismail’s performance as she unleashed her lightning-fast delivery setting a new record in women’s cricket comparing her remarkable spell to the iconic pacer Shoaib Akhtar, they hailed Shabnim Ismail as the Shoaib Akhtar of women’s cricket.
The sheer speed and precision of her bowling left fans in astonishment, appreciating the historic moment. Ismail’s feat not only showcased her exceptional talent but also shattered stereotypes and showcased the growing capability of women in the sport.
Shabnim Ismail created a record 🔥 pic.twitter.com/BGrn8H3Hs0
— RVCJ Media (@RVCJ_FB) March 6, 2024
The fastest deliveries in cricket history, both for men and women category🏃♀️🏃♂️⚡️
📸:- BCCI and Getty Images#CricketTwitter #fastestdelivery #ShabnimIsmail #shoaibakhtar #pakistan #SouthAfrica #wpl2024 pic.twitter.com/ochVgQAA40— Cric Radio (@Cric_Radio) March 6, 2024
𝐌𝐈𝐬' 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐧𝐢𝐦 𝐈𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥 bowled really fast at 𝟏𝟑𝟐.𝟏𝐤𝐩𝐡 against 𝐃𝐂 in the 𝐖𝐏𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒.
𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰: https://t.co/cQbpRl7eSy#taj777news #ShabnimIsmail #indiancricket #WPL2024 #WPL pic.twitter.com/wft8vRMRMP
— Taj777news (@taj777news) March 6, 2024
Shoaib Akhtar of Women's Cricket. #ShabnimIsmail https://t.co/39WYVmvGJl
— Bikram Pratap Singh (@bikram123) March 6, 2024
Shabnim Ismail reaching a milestone moment, proving her mettle with every delivery! 🌟🏏
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— Icecric.news (@icecricnews) March 6, 2024
South African pacer Shabnim Ismail has breached the 130kph barrier for the first time in women's cricket since speeds have been recorded. #sportspad #ShabnimIsmail #WPL2024 #DCvsMI pic.twitter.com/tuTlRqmLlZ
— sportspad (@sportspad_) March 6, 2024
Amazing 🔥🔥🔥
Shabnim Ismail 🤝 Shoaib Akhtar.The fastest deliveries in women's & men's cricket respectively.#Shoibakhtar #Ismail#Cricket pic.twitter.com/XNm3dGf7SF
— Finally Live (@FinallyLiveNews) March 6, 2024
Mumbai Indians fast bowler Shabnim Ismail bowled the Fastest Delivery by a Women's Cricket – 132.1 KMPH 👏 #MIvDC #WPL2024 #DCvMI pic.twitter.com/srOZimZ0HQ
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) March 5, 2024
and the broadcast confirms it too..Shabnim Ismail indeed bowled a 130kph ball. #WPL2024
— Niharika Raina (@niharika_raina) March 5, 2024
Shabnim Ismail bowled the fastest delivery of WPL as well as in women's cricket clocking it in at 132.1 kmph.
Previous record was in WPL – 130.5 kmph by Ellyse Perry!
I've confusion regarding this that @ESPNcricinfo reported 132.1 kmph but @wplt20 reported 138.1 kmph.#WPL2024
— Kishan Kishor (@itskishankishor) March 6, 2024
South Africa's Shabnim Ismail now holds the record for the fastest recorded delivery in women's cricket of 132.1 kph🔥#WPL2024
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) March 5, 2024
Shabnim Ismail bowled the fastest recorded delivery in women's cricket history
Shabnim clocked a speed of 132.1kph during a Women's Premier League match
This is first instance in women's cricket where a bowler has surpassed 130kph mark#Wpl pic.twitter.com/hK8355grwV
— KrrishnaTweets (@KAakrosh) March 6, 2024