The Border-Gavaskar Series 2024-25 is underway with Australia taking on India with the World Test Championship final on the cards. While the first test was comprehensively won by Team India, the second test is underway at the Adelaide Oval with the 'Pink Ball'. In the meanwhile, Siraj fastest ball is breaking the internet. In fact, Siraj fastest ball has become the top trending keyword. For those who are unaware, on Day 1 of the Adelaide Test, the speedometer showcased Mohammed Siraj bowled the fastest delivery in the history of world cricket with 181.6 kmph. Hence, Siraj Fastest Delivery became the topic of discussion.
In fact, many believed that Siraj bowled the fastest delivery in cricket history vs Australia at the Adelaide Oval. A user wrote, "World record: Mohammad Siraj 181 KM"
Another user wrote, "Siraj bowled 181 km/hr .... fox is high"
"History! Mohammad Siraj's ball at 181 162 kmph" added anther user.
The truth behind Siraj's fastest ball
However, those assuming Siraj has bowled the fastest delivery in cricket history should think again. As per reports, Siraj's fastest ball was the result of a technical glitch. It means Siraj did not bowl the quickest ball in the cricket history. The incident occurred in the 25th over of Australia's innings. Siraj's delivery was actually a back-of-a-length ball that Marnus Labuschagne hit for four runs. The speed displayed on the screen was immediately recognized as a mistake by viewers and sparked jokes online.
It is pertinent to mention here that the current record for the fastest ball bowled is held by Pakistani speedster Shoaib Akhtar. Akhtar had bowled a 161.3 kph (100.23 mph) delivery during the 2003 World Cup.
Apart from Shoaib Akhtar, many other bowlers have achieved speeds over 150 km/h. It includes Brett Lee and Shaun Tait, both of whom reached 161.1 km/h (100.1 mph). Lee achieved this speed against New Zealand in 2005, while Tait matched it against England in 2010.