New Zealand’s Mohammad Abbas made a dream start to his international career. The Kiwi player etched his name in history books smashing the fastest fifty on ODI debut.
The 21-year-old achieved a milestone in the New Zealand vs Pakistan first ODI match at McLean Park. He reached his fifty in just 24 balls breaking the previous record of 26 balls set by India’s Krunal Pandya against England in 2021.
The left-handed batter had come out to bat at No. 6 for the Michael Bracewell-led side. During his stay at the crease on Saturday, Abbas faced a total of 26 balls and, with the help of three fours and three sixes, scored 52 runs.
Abbas’ half-century on debut helped New Zealand post a mammoth total of 344/9 on the board. The hosts secured a win by 73 runs and taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
Fastest Fifties on ODI Debut In Cricket History
Mohammad Abbas (Pakistan) – 24 balls vs New Zealand in 2025
Krunal Pandya (India) – 26 balls vs England in 2021
Alick Athanaze (West Indies) – 26 balls vs UAE in 2023
Ishan Kishan (India) – 33 balls vs Sri Lanka in 2021
John Morris (England) – 35 balls vs New Zealand in 1991
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Who is Mohammad Abbas?
Born in Lahore, Pakistan, Abbas in November 2003, hails from a cricketing family. His father, Azhar Abbas, played 45 first-class matches for Pakistan before moving to New Zealand, where he continued his cricketing career. Mohammad Abbas has since played for Auckland and Wellington.
Playing his 16th List A match, he has raced to 506 runs at 34-plus.
Abbas’s rise in cricket was aided by the unavailability of a few New Zealand all-rounders due to their IPL commitments. This resulted in his maiden call-up to the ODI squad.
