Nationality: Afghanistan
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 2000-01-01 Age: 25

Asghar Atal, born on the dawn of the new millennium, January 1, 2000, emerged from the bustling streets of Karachi with a cricket bat always at hand. As a child, he was often found on the dusty pitches of the local playgrounds, honing his skills and dreaming of cricketing glory. This passion was not unnoticed. By the time he reached his teenage years, his exceptional all-round abilities were already turning heads in regional circuits.
His journey to professional cricket was anything but smooth, peppered with challenges that only added layers to his resolve. At 18, he finally broke into the domestic scene, donning the colours of Sindh in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. His debut was marked by a sterling all-round performance, a delightful 82 with the bat complemented by crucial breakthroughs with his right-arm-offbreak bowling.
Asghar’s ascendancy through the ranks was fast-tracked by his phenomenal adaptability and resilience, culminating in his international debut just three years later. His right-handed batting was characterised by technique-driven elegance, while his off-spin, often underestimated, disrupted many a batsman’s concentration. It was evident: Atal was no ordinary cricketer.
Among his most memorable achievements was his contribution to the historic tri-series win in 2025 against traditional rivals India and Australia. Having set the tone with a breezy 50 in the finals, he turned the game with his crafty off-spin, claiming a pivotal three-wicket haul that earned him plaudits and solidified his reputation as a match-winner.
Asghar’s career is decorated with memorable encounters against India, where his brawny performances in gripping contests left an indelible impact on fans and foes alike. The 2027 Test in Kolkata stands out, where his resilient century under immense pressure secured an improbable draw, encapsulating his tenacity and flair.
His playing style, an intriguing blend of finesse and ferocity, allowed him to seamlessly transition roles from aggressive batsman to strategic off-spinner, tailored meticulously to each game situation. Yet, beyond statistics and accolades, it was his ability to inspire teammates and galvanise crowds that marked Asghar Atal as a significant figure in cricket. Through highs and lows, he has remained a stalwart of the game, a beacon of hope and resilience for budding cricketers across the cricket-loving nation.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T20 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 139 | 55 | 27.80 | 91 | 152.75 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 10 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T20 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 2 | 6.00 | 6.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2024-07-10