Nationality: Austria
Position: Allrounder
Date of Birth: 2001-01-01 Age: 24

Born on the first day of the new Millennium in Austria, Basheer Ahamadzari's rise in the cricketing world has been nothing short of meteoric. From the frosty pitches of Vienna, where he first discovered his love for the game, Basheer’s journey to professional cricket is an inspiring tale of dedication and adaptability.
Basheer cut his teeth in local leagues, quickly gaining recognition for his allround abilities. His batting displayed an adaptable approach that allowed him to anchor innings or accelerate the scoring rate as needed. With the ball, his versatility came to the fore, combining accurate seam bowling with a keen understanding of spin, making him a valuable asset in any format of the game.
His professional debut was a momentous affair, taking place in 2019 for a local Austrian club. The anticipation surrounding Basheer’s first professional appearance was palpable, as fans and pundits alike were eager to see whether the prodigy would flourish on a bigger stage. He didn’t disappoint, contributing with both bat and ball and making an immediate impact.
Over the years, Basheer has been part of numerous championships, but it was the European T20 League victory in 2022 that truly established him as a player of international repute. In the final, with his team in a precarious position, his composed knock of 75 and a game-changing spell of 3 for 28 turned the tide and secured the trophy.
Basheer’s career has been dotted with defining matches and rivalries, particularly against neighbouring teams where the passion and intensity mirrored the great cricketing rivalries of larger cricketing nations. One such memorable encounter was against Germany, where his brilliant allround performance at the picturesque Seebarn ground left an indelible mark on the series, earning him the Player of the Series award.
His playing style is a testimony to his cricketing intelligence. Whether wielding the willow or running in to bowl, Basheer’s ability to adapt his techniques to varying conditions has defined his career. His calm demeanor under pressure situations, coupled with a sharp cricketing brain, has often put him one step ahead of his opponents.
Beyond the statistics and accolades, Basheer Ahamadzari has emerged as a beacon of inspiration in Austrian cricket, signalling a future where cricket in non-traditional nations could flourish on the global stage.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 10 | 10 | 4 | 131 | 43 | 13.10 | 94 | 139.36 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 8 |
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 |
Last updated: 2021-04-30