Nationality: Afghanistan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 2006-03-20 Age: 19
Born on the 20th of March 2006 in Afghanistan, AM Ghazanfar emerged from the rugged terrains of a nation that has recently found its voice in the world of cricket. His journey began in the dusty backyards of Kabul, where as a young boy, he was captivated by the game that charmed a generation emerging from conflict. The sounds of bat striking ball on makeshift pitches were the symphony of his childhood.
From these humble beginnings, Ghazanfar’s prodigious talent quickly surfaced. His community soon recognised his potential, and he was encouraged to join a local cricket academy where his skills flourished. Displaying a natural flair for bowling, Ghazanfar leaned towards the art of right-arm offbreak, a style that perplexed batsmen with its subtle variations and cunning flight. His batting, though secondary to his primary skill, showed promise with a solid right-handed technique that added depth in the lower order.
The transition to professional cricket was inevitable. Ghazanfar made his debut as a teenager, donning the Afghan colours with pride. His rise was meteoric, bolstered by performances that belied his years. One of his notable early achievements came during a regional championship where he was instrumental in sealing victory, his pinpoint accuracy and deceiving spin bamboozling opponents seeking runs. In matches such as these, his impact was palpable, with his contributions being pivotal in the course of the contests.
As his career progressed, Ghazanfar’s duels against traditional South Asian cricketing sides became legendary. The fierce contests against Pakistan and India had him squarely in the spotlight, with some thrilling battles becoming part of cricketing folklore. It was his performance in an exhilarating contest against Pakistan, where his spell of 4 for 28 turned the game, that cemented his status as a bowler of international renown.
Ghazanfar’s style is distinctive. He's known for his guile and strategy, often setting clever traps in anticipation of a batsman’s misstep. He's one of those players who seldom relies on raw pace, instead weaving a web of doubt through variations and unexpected turn.
In the tapestry of Afghan cricket, AM Ghazanfar stands out as a beacon of hope and skill. His journey is not merely one of achievements but of inspiration, a testament to the resilience of a young man from Kabul and the nation's indomitable spirit in embracing and mastering the gentleman’s game.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 22 | 8 | 2 | 22 | 16 | 2.75 | 37 | 59.46 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Youth ODI | 12 | 12 | 1 | 96 | 37 | 8.00 | 86 | 111.63 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 6 |
| ODI | 8 | 4 | 1 | 37 | 31 | 9.25 | 35 | 105.71 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| T10 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1.00 | 3 | 66.67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 6.00 | 4 | 150.00 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T20 | 22 | 22 | 33 | 514 | 79.1 | 15.58 | 6.50 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Youth ODI | 12 | 12 | 25 | 438 | 112 | 17.52 | 3.91 | 29 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 11 | 11 | 21 | 285 | 69.8 | 13.57 | 4.08 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| T10 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 103 | 10 | 25.75 | 10.30 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| FC | 1 | 1 | 1 | 34 | 6 | 34.00 | 5.67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-06-14
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