Haris Rauf, Pakistan’s pace sensation, is known for his explosive fast bowling and relentless on-field demeanor. His ability to consistently reach speeds of 150 kmph has given many batsmen nightmares. In a recent interview, Rauf revealed the identity of his all-time favorite bowler, and it’s not a Pakistani legend like Shoaib Akhtar or Wasim Akram. His inspiration comes from a non-Pakistani seamer.
Haris Rauf has played 62 T20Is and 28 ODIs for Pakistan over the course of his career. The extraordinary talent he possesses has translated into 83 wickets in the shortest format and 53 wickets in the 50-over format. A recent injury prevented Rauf from playing for Pakistan against India in the Super Fours of the 2023 Asia Cup.
Dale Steyn Emerges as Haris Rauf’s Cricket Idol
Haris Rauf revealed his favorite fast bowler and cricket idol to the International Cricket Council (ICC). Rather than choosing a Pakistani legend as his inspiration, he chose South African great Dale Steyn. Steyn’s fierce aggression on the field is what Rauf aspires to emulate.
He shared, “Mai hamesha follow Dale Steyn ko karta hoon, jab se main usko dekh raha hoon. Uska jo aggression hai vo mujhe kaafi pasand hai. Jis tarah woh wicket le ke aggression show karta hai, kosish karta hoon ki main bhi ground mein us tarah he aggression karu, but mera thoda sa jyada he ho jaata hai. But Dale Steyn mera all the time favourite hai. (Dale Steyn is my favorite bowler of all time. I try to emulate his aggression after taking a wicket, but I think I overdo it a bit),” said Rauf.
In Haris Rauf’s revelation about his cricket idol, international legends shed light on the influence they have on emerging talent. To emulate Steyn’s aggression demonstrates his determination to make a name for himself in the cricket world.
