In a show of its bowling prowess, Pakistan has become the first team in Twenty20 International cricket to claim 1000 wickets.

The Pakistan side achieved the feat during its 11 run win over Zimbabwe  on Wednesday in Harare, Tribune reported.

The Men in Green bowlers reached the landmark in 168 matches.

New Zealand are in second place with 855 wickets in 145 matches, while Australia have 829 scalps in 136 appearances.

India and South Africa are at fourth and fifth position with 827 and 810 wickets, respectively. 

Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi is Pakistan’s highest wicket-taker in T20I cricket with 97 wickets in 98 matches. Off-spinner Saeed Ajmal and pacer Umar Gul have 85 wickets, each.