Nationality: Portugal
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Date of Birth: 1977-09-06 Age: 47
Assad Mehmood, born on 6th September 1977, in the bustling city of Lahore, Pakistan, is a cricketing conundrum: part artist, part warrior. From the sun-kissed pitches of his youth to the pressure-laden arenas of international cricket, Assad's journey is a testament to grit and grace.
Growing up, Assad spent countless hours emulating his heroes on neighbourhood grounds, honing the allround capabilities that would later define his career. His professional debut emerged almost serendipitously when, at just 19, he stunned selectors with a sublime all-round performance in a domestic match, unveiling his potential as a right-handed maestro with the bat and a versatile bowler capable of confounding batsmen with his crafty spin and seam deliveries.
As his career flourished, Assad etched his name into cricketing folklore with several landmark achievements. Known for his consistency, he became a linchpin for his team during the early 2000s, pivotal in winning two regional championships and even bagging a record for the fastest fifty in the domestic league, a feat that remains etched in fans' memories. Yet, it’s perhaps the unforgettable tri-series final against arch-rivals India that immortalised him; Assad’s match-winning all-round performance, culminating in a last-over bowling masterclass, is stuff of legend.
Assad’s batting style was an exquisite blend of aggression and elegance; his cover drives bore a signature flair, leaving fielders in a trance. On the other hand, his bowling was marked by adaptability—whether conjuring subtle turn or extracting bounce, he was the captain's go-to in clutch moments. Yet, it wasn’t solely his statistical accomplishments that made him special; his knack for performing in high-stakes encounters, especially against perennial rivals, forged a new chapter in the countries' storied clamour.
But cricketing prowess aside, it was Assad's intangibles—the fire, the camaraderie—that left an indelible mark on teammates and adversaries alike. One particular instance that echoes profoundly is his role in reviving a faltering innings, reminiscent of Botham’s heroics, that speaks volumes of his indomitable spirit.
In sum, Assad Mehmood is more than the sum of his runs and wickets; he personifies the undying passion that defines cricket, a sport he has not just played but lived with every fibre of his being. His story is a tapestry woven with zeal, talent, and a fair share of magic—a chapter in cricket history penned with the ink of inspiration.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 22 | 11 | 6 | 40 | 14 | 3.64 | 55 | 72.73 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| T20I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 57 | 56 | 48 | 832 | 102.4 | 17.33 | 8.13 | 33 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20I | 2 | 2 | 1 | 29 | 7 | 29.00 | 4.14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-04-03
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