Nationality: Qatar
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 2000-01-01 Age: 25

Born on the 1st of January 2000 in the burgeoning cricket environment of Qatar, Assad Borham emerged as a prodigious talent destined to leave a significant mark on the cricketing world. From a young age, Assad was captivated by the game, often seen honing his skills in the dusty nets of Doha, shadowing the techniques of his cricketing idols. A passionate right-handed batsman with a knack for steering the game with calculated aggression, Assad soon became the linchpin of every local team he was part of.
His journey gathered momentum when he was scouted by the prestigious Al Khor Cricket Academy at the age of 15. Under their tutelage, Assad refined his batting and right-arm fast-medium bowling, displaying an innate ability to adapt to various match situations. His blend of classical strokes and innovative shots easily set him apart, while his bowling offered a versatile edge when his team needed breakthroughs.
Assad’s professional debut was nothing short of a spectacle. At just 19, he made his mark in T20 cricket, scoring a pristine half-century that heralded the arrival of a new cricketing star. The same season saw him contribute decisively to his team's first-ever championship, smashing an exhilarating 145 off 110 balls in the final—a performance that cemented his place in the annals of Qatari cricket history.
Throughout his career, Assad has been part of some exhilarating contests. Notably, his encounters against the Bahraini squad have sparked a captivating rivalry. These matches frequently became the theatre of Assad’s brilliance, with his bat dictating terms and his occasional deceptive bowling clinching crucial wickets.
Known for his elegance, Assad’s playing style effectively combines flair with mindfulness. His rhythmic footwork and pin-point placement make him a formidable batsman at the crease, while his ability to deliver the ball with varying pace and seam movement gives him an edge in tight matches.
Amongst the myriad highlights of his career, his match-winning innings in the Gulf Cup of Nations stands out vividly. Leading his side to victory, Assad’s unbeaten century single-handedly orchestrated a record-breaking chase that left spectators in awe and elevated Qatar’s status in the cricketing community.
Assad Borham’s journey is a testament to his skill, passion, and unyielding dedication to the game of cricket, eternally inspiring the next generation of Qatari cricketers to dream beyond borders.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 31 | 20 | 7.75 | 29 | 106.90 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
T20I | 3 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 3.67 | 19 | 57.89 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
T20I | 1 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 1 | - | 12.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2022-12-18