Amir Zaib

Amir Zaib
Nationality: Portugal
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1980-12-05 Age: 44
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Born on 5th December 1980 in the quaint coastal town of Faro, Portugal, Amir Zaib's rise to prominence in the world of cricket is as captivating as it is unconventional. In a country where football reigns supreme, young Amir honed his cricketing skills in the narrow alleyways and sandy beaches, driven by a fascination with the sport that he discovered through televised matches.

His journey from the local club to professional cricket was nothing short of a fairytale. The raw tenacity displayed by Amir as a young batsman caught the eye of scouts during a junior cricket tournament in Lisbon, leading to his selection in the Portuguese national team. Amir's right-hand batting style was distinguished by a graceful yet powerful stance, making him a formidable presence at the crease. His right-arm fast-medium bowling, while an additional skill, served primarily as a means to surprise the opposition, making him a versatile team player.

Amir made his professional debut in the early 2000s, quickly establishing himself as a backbone of his national team. His inaugural century against Spain in a thrilling encounter is still fondly remembered by fans as a pivotal moment that showcased his ability to perform under pressure. Throughout his career, Amir accumulated an impressive tally of runs, becoming the leading scorer for Portugal in ICC tournaments, pushing boundaries not just figuratively but also in terms of Portugal's recognition on the international cricket stage.

One of his most memorable rivalries was with Gibraltar, a team against which Amir delivered one of his career-best performances. Known for his sharp tactical mind, he often anticipated the moves of his opponents, making him notorious for turning matches single-handedly. His contributions during the 2015 ICC Europe Division Two Championship were instrumental in Portugal’s top-tier upgrade.

But it wasn’t just the runs and occasional wickets that defined Amir's impact on cricket. His sportsmanship and advocacy for the sport in countries where cricket was still growing marked him as a true ambassador of the game. When he wasn't battling it out on the pitch, he was busy mentoring young players, nurturing a new generation of cricketers who could carry forward his legacy.

Amir Zaib’s story is a testament to the unfaltering spirit of a sportsman, the kind that inspires a love for the game in places far from its traditional heartlands.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T10 58 54 14 949 72 17.57 533 178.05 0 2 55 86
T20I 8 8 1 198 42 24.75 127 155.91 0 0 7 20

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T10 56 42 49 715 73.3 14.59 9.75 38 2 1 0 0
T20I 6 6 8 116 17 14.50 6.82 4 1 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-03-16
Play Offs, Premier - Qualifier 1, European Cricket Series Portugal - April 4, 2025
Malo CC
Gorkha XI
Match Abandoned
Play Offs, Group G - Qualifier 2, European Cricket League - March 16, 2025
Beveren CC
108/4 (7.5)
Malo CC
107/5 (10)
Beveren CC won by 6 wickets (with 13 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Hadisullah Tarakhel
Play Offs, Group G - Qualifier 1, European Cricket League - March 16, 2025
Roma Cricket Club
128/3 (8)
Malo CC
126/6 (10)
Roma Cricket Club won by 7 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Crishan Kalugamage
Group G, 9th Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025
Malo CC
113/1 (5)
Beveren CC
89/4 (5)
Malo CC won by 24 runs
Player of the Match
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Group G, 7th Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025
Roma Cricket Club
72/3 (5)
Malo CC
71/5 (5)
Roma Cricket Club won by 7 wickets (with 0 ball remaining)
Player of the Match
Zain Ali
Group G, 5th Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025
Malo CC
56/6 (5)
Independents CC
80/4 (5)
Independents CC won by 24 runs
Player of the Match
Tom Nightingale
Group G, 2nd Match, European Cricket League - March 15, 2025
Malo CC
65/6 (5)
Mediterranean Vikings
60/4 (5)
Malo CC won by 6 runs
Player of the Match
Amandeep Singh
Play Offs, Qualifier, Portugal T10 - February 18, 2025
Lisbon Capitals
79/4 (9.4)
Malo CC
78/9 (10)
Lisbon Capitals won by 6 wickets (with 2 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Ahmad Shafiq
Regular Season, 30th Match, Portugal T10 - February 17, 2025
Lisbon Capitals
92/5 (10)
Malo CC
96/5 (9.2)
Malo CC won by 5 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Asim Sarwar
Regular Season, 29th Match, Portugal T10 - February 17, 2025
Lisbon Capitals
100/4 (8.3)
Malo CC
98/7 (10)
Lisbon Capitals won by 6 wickets (with 9 balls remianing)
Player of the Match
Ahmad Shafiq

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