Nationality: Sweden
Position: Bowler
Date of Birth: 2001-01-01 Age: 24

Asif Meer's journey from the frozen fields of Sweden to the sun-drenched pitches of international cricket is a story of dedication and resilience. Born on 1st January 2001 in a country where cricket rarely takes centre stage, Asif's passion for the sport was ignited at a young age. He would often practice bowling in the backyard, his breath visible in the brisk Scandinavian air, dreaming of distant stadiums and roaring crowds.
Asif's talent was undeniable, and his rise through the ranks of Swedish cricket was as swift as it was remarkable. His nimbleness on the field and ability to adapt his bowling style to different pitches caught the eye of scouts, and soon, he was representing Sweden at the European Cricket League. By the age of 19, Asif had made his professional debut, enchanting audiences with his precision and the ability to swing the ball both ways, a rare skill that soon became his trademark.
Throughout his career, Asif Meer has accumulated an impressive list of achievements. He played a crucial role in leading Sweden to victory in their first ICC qualifying tournament, where his exceptional five-wicket haul against a formidable Irish side remains a highlight. His ability to maintain a cool head in pressure situations has seen him become a valuable player in the T20 circuit, with franchises across the globe vying for his signature.
Asif's rivalry with Denmark, another blossoming cricket nation, has become part of Nordic cricket folklore. In a thrilling match against them, Asif's spellbinding performance led to a remarkable record of taking four wickets for just ten runs, cementing his reputation as a match-winner.
Known for an adaptable batting approach, Asif is as comfortable nudging singles as he is launching sixes over long-on, though it is his versatile bowling that truly sets him apart. He possesses an uncanny ability to read the batsman’s intentions, often delivering a cunning slower ball or a deceptive yorker that leaves opponents flummoxed.
One particularly significant moment that highlights Asif's impact on the game was during a tight contest in the T20 World Cup. Defending a modest total, Asif bowled what many claim to be the perfect over—six balls of varied pace and line, clinching victory from the jaws of defeat with two wickets in the final over.
Asif Meer is not just a cricketer from Sweden; he is a flagbearer for the potential of the game in non-traditional cricketing nations, inspiring a new generation of players to believe that talent knows no geographical boundaries.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 96 | 48 | 16.00 | 53 | 181.13 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 9 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 87 | 11.5 | 17.40 | 7.57 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2021-05-18