PROFILE SHOYEB AKHTAR

Born:13 August 1975, Rawalpindi

Teams Represented:Agriculture Development Bank of Pakistan, Pakistan International Airlines, Rawalpindi Cricket Association, Somerset, Pakistan

Bat Style: Right Hand

Bowling Style:Right Arm Fast

Test Debut:Pak v Win at Rawalpindi, 2nd Test, 1997-98

ODI Debut:Pak v Zim at Harare, 1st ODI, 1997-98

Comments:Undoubtedly, he is consistently, the fastest bowler in the world, having recently bowled a delivery at over 160 kph. Having been reported by umpires on several ocassions for chucking, he has later gone on to have his bowling action cleared by the ICC.