Top 5 best bowling figures on Men's ODI debut

Making a dream debut in international cricket is what every cricketer hopes for. However, very few cricketers can make this dream a reality. In the last decade of international cricket, there have been some talented players who have made a dream debut and have done an exceptional job in their first fixture.

For a bowler, scalping multiple wickets in the first match is an impossible task. It is because a bowler always has a higher probability of not getting the desired results in the spell they are part of. A dream debut for bowlers is a real thrill for the player and that makes him a huge prospect for the team in the longer run.

For insights and details on such remarkable debut performances, you can check out CricketExpert. In this article, we have compiled a list of 5 bowlers who had the best bowling figures in their debut game.

1) Charlie Cassell - Scotland

Scotland has been part of international cricket for a few years but they have not made much of a hopeful impact. They have been a strong team while facing teams like Ireland, Oman, and other B-level teams. However, when it comes to facing the top-class teams, Scotland has been a failure. Nonetheless, the team recently gained the attention of international media because of its debutant Charlie Cassell. The Right-arm pacer picked up 7 wickets in his debut game against Oman in just 5.4 overs at an economy of 3.70. His spell also included a maiden over. A fabulous performance by Charlie Cassell has given much-needed hope to Scotland in international cricket.

2) Kagiso Rabada - South Africa

In the year 2015, South Africa included a ferocious pacer in the team - Kagiso Rabada, who has become a primary bowler for the Proteas over the period of time. During South Africa’s tour to Sri Lanka, in the first ODI, Rabada was playing his first ODI and he scalped 6 wickets in 8 overs at an economy of 2. His spell also included three maiden overs. At that point, Kagiso Rabada was a new member of the team but had the potential of an experienced player.

3) Fidel Edwards - West Indies

Fidel Edwards, the Barbadian fast bowler, announced his arrival on the international stage with a blistering performance on his ODI debut in 2003 against Zimbabwe. The right-arm pacer produced a spell of sheer brilliance, dismantling the Zimbabwean batting lineup to claim an astonishing six wickets. He showcased an economy of 3.14 in 7 overs with 1 maiden over during the match. Edwards' fiery pace and ability to extract bounce made life incredibly difficult for the Zimbabwean batsmen. His incisive bowling not only earned him instant recognition.

4) Jan Frylinck - Namibia

Jan Frylinck, the South African-born cricketer, made a dream start to his international career in 2019. On his debut for Namibia against Oman, Frylinck produced a match-winning performance, claiming an impressive five-wicket haul. The left-arm seamer was virtually unplayable on the day, dismantling the Oman batting lineup with his incisive bowling. His economy rate was exceptional at 1.62 in 8 overs with a single maiden over. Frylinck showcased his ability to control pressure and build wickets in the game.

5) Tony Dodemaide - Australia

On debut against Sri Lanka, the young seamer - Tony Dodemaide, delivered a match-winning performance, claiming five wickets. Dodemaide's fiery pace and accurate line and length proved too much for the Sri Lankan batsmen. His five-wicket haul not only showcased his immense talent but also played a crucial role in Australia's victory. This dream debut marked the beginning of a promising career for the all-rounder, who would go on to represent his country in both Test and ODI cricket.