Nationality: United Arab Emirates
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Date of Birth: 1996-07-16 Age: 28
Khalid Shah, born on 16th July 1996, has firmly established himself as an influential wicketkeeper in the world of cricket. Hailing from the bustling streets of Lahore, Shah's journey into cricket began at a tender age. His childhood was spent idolising iconic Pakistani wicketkeepers, often mimicking their styles with gloves far too big for his young hands. He stepped onto his first cricket field as part of his school team, where his innate talent soon garnered attention.
Khalid's transition from enthusiastic amateur to professional player was meteoric. By the time he was in his late teens, he had already represented his local club and stood out not just for his exceptional catching and stumping skills but also for his agile footwork and sharp cricketing acumen. His left-handed batting added an extra string to his bow, with his ability to send balls sailing across the field making him a dual threat.
Shah's professional debut came with the national team during a One Day International against England, where he not only impressed with his quick reflexes behind the stumps but also contributed a crucial 50 in tough conditions. His journey was not without its challenges, as he faced an uphill battle against seasoned rivals, including a memorable series against arch-rivals India. He marked his agility and fighting spirit in a match that saw him take a stunning one-handed catch, turning the game in his team's favour, and thus etching his name into cricket folklore.
Throughout his career, Khalid Shah has notched up a series of achievements. His contributions were pivotal in leading his team to several championship victories, most notably in the Asia Cup, where his glove work and batting prowess shone. He holds the record for the fastest stumping in a T20 international, a testament to his lightning-fast reactions and tactical nous.
Shah’s style combines patience with aggression, often varying his approach to suit the needs of the game. Though primarily noted for his wicketkeeping, his left-handed batting has pulled his team out of challenging situations more than once. His versatility is further highlighted by his capability to bowl in crucial situations, often acting as a pivotal all-rounder when the squad required.
Khalid Shah continues to influence the game, not only through records but with moments of quiet leadership and the ability to galvanise his team. His story serves as an inspiration to young aspirants, showing that with grit and determination, dreams can indeed take flight from the most ordinary beginnings.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 77 | 71 | 5 | 1053 | 62 | 14.83 | 662 | 159.06 | 0 | 2 | 61 | 110 |
| T20 | 47 | 43 | 1 | 728 | 64 | 16.93 | 599 | 121.54 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 90 |
| T20I | 5 | 5 | 0 | 84 | 37 | 16.80 | 71 | 118.31 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 22 | 2 | 11.00 | 11.00 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 68 | 6 | 17.00 | 11.33 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| T20I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-02-09
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