Khalid Shah

Khalid Shah
Nationality: United Arab Emirates
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Date of Birth: 1996-07-16 Age: 28
Bio
Career Stats
Fixtures
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Khalid Shah's journey from a young cricket enthusiast in the United Arab Emirates to a professional wicketkeeper is an inspiring tale of determination and perseverance. Born on the 16th of July, 1996, Shah's early days were filled with hours of practice on dusty UAE grounds, mimicking his idols and dreaming of donning the national colours. His exceptional skill behind the stumps and his prowess as a left-hand batsman quickly set him apart in local tournaments, earning him a spot in the youth teams.

His professional debut came at a time when UAE cricket was steadily making waves on the international scene. Shah's arrival was timely, as he brought a refreshing mix of agility and sharp cricketing acumen to the team. His wicketkeeping was often described as both energetic and strategic, with reflexes that caught many a batsman by surprise. However, it was not just his keeping that drew attention. Khalid's flair with the bat added depth to the UAE innings, consistently providing stability in middle-order positions.

Among his notable achievements, Shah played a key role in the UAE's remarkable run during the qualifying rounds of the ICC tournaments, where they managed to stun higher-ranked teams. One particularly memorable match was against Ireland, where Khalid's quick-fire half-century and crucial stumpings led the UAE to a historic victory. Such performances solidified his reputation as a dependable all-rounder.

Khalid's playing style has always been a blend of traditional wicketkeeping fundamentals with creative, unorthodox responses to challenging situations. As a batsman, his left-handed technique allowed him a unique angle to exploit gaps in the field, often turning would-be singles into doubles. Although not a frontline bowler, his versatile cricketing skills occasionally saw him deliver spells that broke partnerships, demonstrating his tactical mind on the field.

Throughout his career, Khalid Shah has engaged in numerous intense rivalries, most notably against Oman. These matches were often characterised by charged atmospheres and closely fought victories, highlighting Shah's competitive spirit and resilience. His cricketing career, laced with significant contributions and unforgettable moments, continues to inspire many young aspiring cricketers in the UAE, cementing his legacy as one of the prominent figures in the nation's cricketing history.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T10 91 85 6 1234 62 14.52 758 162.80 0 3 73 128
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: 2025-05-31
Play Offs, Eliminator 1, Abu Dhabi T10 League - December 1, 2024
UP Nawabs
98/7 (10)
Delhi Bulls
99/2 (7.1)
Delhi Bulls won by 8 wickets (with 17 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Salman Irshad
Regular Season, 32nd Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 30, 2024
Bangla Tigers
87/4 (10)
UP Nawabs
88/3 (8)
UP Nawabs won by 7 wickets (with 12 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Tymal Mills
Regular Season, 30th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 29, 2024
Chennai Brave Jaguars
125/0 (9.2)
UP Nawabs
124/4 (10)
Chennai Brave Jaguars won by 10 wickets (with 4 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Rassie van der Dussen
Regular Season, 24th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 27, 2024
UP Nawabs
75/1 (6.1)
New York Strikers
74/6 (10)
UP Nawabs won by 9 wickets (with 23 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Binura Fernando
Regular Season, 19th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 26, 2024
UP Nawabs
113/3 (8.3)
Deccan Gladiators
112/9 (10)
UP Nawabs won by 7 wickets (with 9 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Adil Rashid
Regular Season, 12th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 24, 2024
UP Nawabs
143/1 (9.1)
Northern Warriors
142/4 (10)
UP Nawabs won by 9 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
Regular Season, 8th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 23, 2024
Morrisville Samp Army
100/7 (10)
UP Nawabs
97/3 (10)
Morrisville Samp Army won by 3 runs
Player of the Match
Amir Hamza
Regular Season, 6th Match, Abu Dhabi T10 League - November 22, 2024
UP Nawabs
51/10 (9.1)
Team Abu Dhabi
54/2 (4.2)
Team Abu Dhabi won by 8 wickets (with 34 balls remaining)
Afghanistan tour of United Arab Emirates, 1st T20I, Twenty20 International - December 29, 2023
United Arab Emirates
131/4 (20)
Afghanistan
203/3 (20)
Afghanistan won by 72 runs
Player of the Match
Rahmanullah Gurbaz

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