Nationality: Luxembourg
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1987-08-02 Age: 37

Emerging from the unlikely cricketing locale of Luxembourg, Mohd Dilshad's journey to becoming an accomplished allrounder is as intriguing as it is inspiring. Born on the 2nd of August, 1987, Dilshad has defied the odds, establishing himself in the competitive world of cricket with his adept skills both at the crease and with the ball in hand.
Dilshad’s early cricketing passion was ignited in the quaint parks of Luxembourg, where he honed his craft with a makeshift bat and ball. Despite the country’s limited cricketing facilities, he displayed an extraordinary talent, which saw him captaining local teams during his teenage years. It was not long before he caught the eye of scouts from neighbouring cricket hubs.
Dilshad made his professional debut in the European cricket circuit, remarkably, against established sides that boasted far greater resources and history in the sport. His debut was marked by a gutsy half-century and a three-wicket haul, laying the foundation for what would become a storied career. As a right-handed batsman and a right-arm fast-medium bowler, Dilshad’s versatility quickly became his hallmark.
Among his many accolades, perhaps the most celebrated is his pivotal role in Luxembourg's unexpected triumph in the European Cricket Championship, where his all-round performances were instrumental in navigating the team through challenging encounters. Dilshad’s consistency in delivering crucial performances in high-pressure situations has carved him a niche as a dependable match-winner.
His rivalry against the robust German team is particularly noted, where he consistently chimed with both bat and ball, especially during the 2018 series where he famously turned the tide in a deciding match with a last-over cameo with the bat and a penultimate over in the bowling innings that swung the match in Luxembourg's favour.
Dilshad's playing style is characterised by his strategic approach to fast-medium bowling, often employing deceptive variations in pace that have bewildered numerous batsmen. With the bat, he is known for his calm presence and ability to build innings methodically, punctuated with power hitting when the situation demands.
Throughout his career, Mohd Dilshad has not just contributed to Luxembourgish cricket; he has inspired a generation of young athletes to believe in the possibility of success from unconventional beginnings, cementing his legacy as a trailblazer in the cricketing annals of the nation.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 28 | 15 | 5.60 | 35 | 80.00 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 91 | 8 | 30.33 | 11.38 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2021-09-16