The Caribbean Premier League 2023 kicked off on August 16th with a match between Jamaica Tallawahs and St Lucia Kings. In the tournament opener, Brandon King showcased his batting prowess, delivering an impressive performance with a remarkable score of 81 runs.
Alongside him, Roston Chase and Imad Wasim also made significant contributions by securing three wickets each. However, the spotlight shifted momentarily to Pakistani bowler Salman Irshad, who etched a memorable moment in the Caribbean Premier League reminiscent of the veteran Sri Lankan player, Lasith Malinga.
While Irshad secured two wickets during his bowling spell, it was his distinctive and unconventional bowling action that generated the buzz.
Employing a sling-like motion similar to that of Lasith Malinga, the Pakistani fast bowler’s idiosyncratic approach captivated attention.
🇵🇰 Salman Irshad – What a start to his CPL career #CPL23 #CricketPlayedLouder #BiggestPartyInSport pic.twitter.com/216KNlvFVZ
— CPL T20 (@CPL) August 21, 2023
This unique bowling style rapidly gained traction on the internet, as enthusiasts on Twitter shared their observations and drew parallels between Irshad and Malinga.
