Hashmatullah Shahidi

Hashmatullah Shahidi
Nationality: Afghanistan
Position: Top Order Batter
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 1994-11-04 Age: 30
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Hashmatullah Shahidi is an incredible cricket player from Afghanistan, known for his exceptional skills as a left-handed batsman.
Born on November 8, 1994, in Kabul, Afghanistan, Shahidi's dedication and hard work have allowed him to achieve remarkable success in his cricketing career.

Shahidi's passion for cricket ignited at a young age.
He began his journey in Afghanistan's age group teams, starting with the Under-17 side.
His talent and determination quickly caught the attention of selectors, and he was rightly included in Afghanistan's squad for the 2010 Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand.
Even at such a tender age, Shahidi demonstrated immense potential and proved to be an asset for his team.

Continuing his impressive performances, Shahidi was a part of the Under-19 team that secured historic victories over Australia and Sri Lanka four years later.
These wins not only brought glory to Afghanistan but also served as a springboard for Shahidi's burgeoning career.
His consistent performances earned him a well-deserved spot in the senior squad and marked the beginning of a promising journey for him.

In 2014, Shahidi was selected for Afghanistan's first full tour of Zimbabwe, which was a significant milestone for him.
This tour allowed him to showcase his skills on an international stage, and he did not disappoint.
Shahidi's elegant strokeplay and impeccable technique earned him praise and admiration from cricket enthusiasts around the world.
His favorite shot, the cover-drive, has become a signature move that showcases both his style and substance as a batsman.

One of the crucial aspects of Shahidi's cricketing journey is his idolization of the legendary Sri Lankan cricketer, Kumar Sangakkara.
Inspired by Sangakkara's elegant batting style and his ability to dominate any bowling attack, Shahidi has strived to emulate his hero's success.
He often credits Sangakkara as a major influence on his cricketing technique and mental approach to the game.

Shahidi's statistics reflect his exceptional talent and determination.
With an impressive batting average and a number of significant innings under his belt, he stands as one of Afghanistan's key players.
His solid technique and ability to build innings have made him a dependable batsman for his team.

Off the field, Shahidi remains a humble and grounded individual.
Despite his meteoric rise in the world of cricket, he has not let the fame get to his head.
Known for his cordial nature and team spirit, Shahidi has become a valued member of the Afghan cricket community.

Hashmatullah Shahidi's journey from a young aspiring cricketer to an established player is a testament to his relentless hard work and dedication.
His achievements have not only brought pride to Afghanistan but have also inspired a generation of young cricketers to dream big and pursue their goals.
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits his future endeavors, Shahidi continues to prove himself as a valuable asset to Afghan cricket.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T20 35 34 11 1280 97 37.65 1016 125.98 0 13 38 130
ODI 72 70 12 2116 97 30.23 3076 68.79 0 21 13 182
FC 9 16 3 697 246 43.56 1454 47.94 2 2 1 75
T20I 3 3 1 47 36 15.67 54 87.04 0 0 0 5

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T20 18 3 3 29 5 9.67 5.80 0 0 0 0 0
ODI 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
FC 5 5 0 59 14 - 4.21 0 0 0 0 0
T20I 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-02-28
Group B, 10th Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 28, 2025
Afghanistan
273/10 (50)
Australia
109/1 (12.5)
No result
Group B, 8th Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 26, 2025
Afghanistan
325/7 (50)
England
317/10 (49.5)
Afghanistan won by 8 runs
Player of the Match
Ibrahim Zadran
Group B, 3rd Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 21, 2025
Afghanistan
208/10 (43.4)
South Africa
315/6 (50)
South Africa won by 107 runs
Player of the Match
Ryan Rickelton
Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 2nd Test, Test Series - January 2, 2025
Zimbabwe
243/10 (73.3) & 205/10 (68.3)
Afghanistan
157/10 (44.3) & 363/10 (113.5)
Afghanistan won by 72 runs
Player of the Match
Rashid Khan
Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 1st Test, Test Series - December 26, 2024
Zimbabwe
586/10 (135.2) & 142/4 (34)
Afghanistan
699/10 (197)
Match drawn
Player of the Match
Hashmatullah Shahidi
Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, One Day International - December 21, 2024
Zimbabwe
127/10 (30.1)
Afghanistan
131/2 (26.5)
Afghanistan won by 8 wickets (with 139 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
AM Ghazanfar
Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 2nd ODI, One Day International - December 19, 2024
Zimbabwe
54/10 (17.5)
Afghanistan
286/6 (50)
Afghanistan won by 232 runs
Player of the Match
Sediqullah Atal
Afghanistan tour of Zimbabwe, 1st ODI, One Day International - December 17, 2024
Zimbabwe
44/5 (9.2)
Afghanistan
No result
Afghanistan v Bangladesh in UAE, 3rd ODI, One Day International - November 11, 2024
Afghanistan
246/5 (48.2)
Bangladesh
244/8 (50)
Afghanistan won by 5 wickets (with 10 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Azmatullah Omarzai
Afghanistan v Bangladesh in UAE, 2nd ODI, One Day International - November 9, 2024
Afghanistan
184/10 (43.3)
Bangladesh
252/7 (50)
Bangladesh won by 68 runs
Player of the Match
Najmul Hossain Shanto

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