Sri Lankan bowler Matheesha Pathirana is credited with bowling a delivery that registered an incredible 175 kph on the speed gun.
During a match against India's under-19 team, Pathirana bowled a delivery to Indian batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal. This particular ball was recorded at 175 kmph, a speed that, if verified, would be the fastest delivery ever recorded in cricket history across all formats.
Key Details of the Delivery
- Bowler: Matheesha Pathirana (Sri Lanka)
- Speed Recorded: 175 kmph (108.7 mph)
- Opponent Batsman: Yashasvi Jaiswal (India)
- Context: Under-19 match
This remarkable event generated significant buzz, as the speed surpassed the widely accepted fastest delivery record held by Shoaib Akhtar (161.3 kmph). However, the accuracy of speed guns in matches, particularly at the under-19 level or in specific setups, can sometimes be subject to debate or technical glitches. Despite this, the recording itself indicates that Pathirana unleashed a delivery that the equipment measured at this extraordinary speed.
The incident is a notable highlight in the career of Matheesha Pathirana, known for his distinctive slingy action similar to the legendary Lasith Malinga.
