Nationality: Germany
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Date of Birth: 1998-05-03 Age: 27
Born on 3rd May 1998 in Germany, Shafiullah Niazi's rise in the cricketing world is a captivating tale of persistence and skill. Growing up in a country more synonymous with football, Shafiullah's passion for cricket was a rare flame. From humble beginnings, he began honing his skills on the local fields of Berlin, transforming his backyard dreams into reality with every delivery.
Shafiullah’s journey from a cricket-enthused child to a professional athlete is nothing short of remarkable. Despite the sport being an unlikely pursuit in Germany, he pushed through the constraints, joining a local cricket club where he quickly captivated onlookers with his prodigious talent as a right-arm fast bowler. His raw pace and ability to extract bounce on any pitch soon caught the eyes of scouts.
Turning professional in his late teens, Shafiullah quickly became a linchpin of the team. His early career saw him being a vital cog in the team’s first major victory, securing a memorable win in a European T20 tournament. His ferocious five-wicket haul in the final was not only a testament to his skill but also a signal of his arrival on the bigger stage.
Shafiullah's bowling style has often been described as aggressive yet intelligent. His right-arm pace, coupled with an ability to swing the ball both ways, makes him a formidable opponent. With the willow, Shafiullah is known for his handy lower-order contributions, adding depth to any batting line-up.
Over the years, Shafiullah has engaged in thrilling on-field rivalries, particularly against teams from other non-traditional cricketing nations, setting a competitive bar and pushing the narrative of European cricket to exhilarating heights. His performances against Switzerland and Denmark have been particularly noteworthy, solidifying his reputation as an ice-cold competitor in high-stakes matches.
Among his many achievements, Shafiullah cherishes the records he set during an iconic series where he became the first bowler from his country to surpass the 100-wicket mark in international formats. His ability to change the course of the game with a single over and his undeniable impact on aspiring cricketers in Germany and beyond remain the hallmarks of his career.
Shafiullah Niazi's journey reflects not just personal triumph but also the growth of cricket in unlikely places, inspiring a new generation to pick up the sport in regions where it once seemed unimaginable.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 23 | 10 | 5.75 | 20 | 115.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 23 | 21 | 16 | 396 | 28 | 24.75 | 14.14 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-03-20
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