Pakistani all‑rounder Faheem Ashraf is on the brink of a major milestone in his Pakistan Super League career. Having already taken 95 wickets in PSL matches, he needs just a few more dismissals in PSL 11 (2026 season) to reach and surpass the prestigious 100‑wicket mark. His consistent performances with the ball over the years have made him one of the standout bowling all‑rounders in the league.
Teams Represented in PSL
Faheem Ashraf made his PSL debut in 2018 when he was drafted by Islamabad United, playing a key role in helping them secure the title that year. He represented Islamabad United for several seasons before being picked by Quetta Gladiators ahead of recent editions of the tournament. Across his PSL career, Ashraf’s bowling contributions have come while playing for these two franchises.
Career Bowling Stats in PSL
According to cricket records, Faheem Ashraf has taken 95 wickets in his PSL career spanning close to 84 matches before the start of the 2026 season. His best bowling figures in a match stand at 6/19, a highly impressive performance in T20 cricket. He has also bowled a significant number of overs, consistently taking wickets across different seasons.
| Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Bowling Average | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 95 | 6/19 | 24.13 | 8.73 |
Bowling Average and Economy Breakdown
Across his PSL outings, Ashraf has delivered important breakthroughs and bowled key overs for his teams. His career average of around 24.13 runs per wicket highlights his ability to dismiss batsmen regularly. His economy rate of approximately 8.73 runs per over shows how he manages to restrict scoring while still claiming wickets. These are strong numbers for a T20 bowler in a high‑scoring league like the PSL.
In individual seasons, his performance has fluctuated. Some years he has maintained tighter figures while in others his economy was higher, but overall his wicket tally has grown steadily.
Key Performances and Contributions
Over the years, Ashraf has produced several notable bowling spells, including his 6‑wicket performance (6/19) which remains one of his best in PSL history and a sign of his match‑winning potential. He has also been among the league’s better performing bowlers considering his total wicket tally among dozens of players over multiple seasons.
His role as a bowling all‑rounder has also seen him contribute with timely lower‑order runs, though his primary impact remains with the ball.
Approaching the 100 Wickets Milestone
As PSL 11 progresses in 2026, Faheem Ashraf stands on the cusp of reaching 100 wickets, an achievement that would place him among the more successful bowlers in league history. Considering his wicket‑taking ability and experience, many analysts expect he will accomplish this milestone during the ongoing season, further cementing his reputation as a consistent performer in Pakistan’s premier T20 competition.
This milestone would not only highlight his longevity in the league but also his ability to remain effective across different phases of multiple PSL seasons.
