Bakhtullah .

Born on the first day of the millennium, Bakhtullah has blazed a trail through the cricketing world with a passion that was ignited in the dust-laden streets of his hometown. Growing up in the bustling environs of Karachi, his early encounters with the sport were marked by days devoted to playing tape ball cricket with friends, where the narrow alleyways became his first field of dreams. Enthusiastic and immensely talented, Bakhtullah's potential quickly became evident. By the age of 15, he was representing his school team, dazzling spectators with both his nimble footwork and unerring precision as a bowler.

Bakhtullah's transition from local competitions to the professional stage was seamless and swift. At 18, he earned his first cap for Karachi's under-19 side, displaying a bowling technique that many described as an art of deception. His ability to swing the ball both ways and mix speeds with astonishing accuracy soon caught the eyes of national selectors. However, it was his adaptability with the bat that rounded out his all-round cricketing prowess, making him a dual threat on the field.

The major breakthrough came in 2020 when Bakhtullah burst onto the national scene, donning his debut jersey for Pakistan in an ODI series against South Africa. This series was a symbolic torch-passing moment, as the young bowler delivered electrifying performances that included a career-best 6 for 23, setting a foundation for his future exploits. Bakhtullah's rising star continued to climb as he became instrumental in Pakistan's triumph in the 2021 T20 World Cup, where his guile and grit under pressure were lauded by fans and critics alike.

Bakhtullah's career, though still young, has been punctuated by memorable matchups. His ongoing rivalry with India’s leading batsman is often highlighted as an era-defining contest, with Bakhtullah emerging victorious on multiple occasions, skillfully outmaneuvering his counterpart with every subtle variation in line and length. His bowling style — seemingly unassuming yet devastatingly effective — coupled with a pragmatic batting approach tailored to the situation at hand, ensures he is a cricketer of rare versatility and resilience.

In a sport that reveres moments, Bakhtullah’s impact is encapsulated by the instance during the 2022 Asia Cup final, where, with the opposition needing a paltry five runs in the last over, he singlehandedly snatched victory from the jaws of defeat with two wickets in three balls. Such moments epitomise not only his skill but his indomitable spirit. Bakhtullah’s journey, still a work in progress, promises a legacy that weaves his name into the annals of cricketing excellence.

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