Nationality: Italy
Position: Bowler
Date of Birth: 2001-01-01 Age: 24

Born on the first day of the new millennium, Muhammad Zaki has already etched his name into the annals of cricketing history as a bowler with an indelible impact. Growing up in the vibrant streets of Lahore, Zaki's love for cricket was nurtured in local parks where the echoes of bat meeting ball were the soundtrack of his childhood. From an early age, his wiry frame belied a natural gift for delivering the ball with a deceptive flight, which saw him swiftly rise through the ranks of school and club cricket.
Zaki's dedication bore fruit in 2019 when he made his professional debut for his regional team in Pakistan's domestic cricket. His breakthrough came in his first season, where he showed an uncanny ability to outthink batters in diverse conditions. Whether orchestrating swing or deploying his cunning slower deliveries, Zaki quickly became a bowler to watch.
A pivotal moment arrived in 2021 during the national T20 championship final. Zaki’s team was on the back foot, defending a modest total, when he delivered a spellbinding final over, clinching victory with a remarkable hat-trick. This feat announced him on the national stage and marked him as a future star.
His journey took a meteoric rise in 2023, when he earned his first cap for the national team. Displaying a rare versatility, Zaki was equally adept at executing ferocious yorkers as he was at extracting bounce and movement, often turning matches on their head with a single spell. His adaptable batting, although not his primary skill, delivered crucial lower-order runs that further elevated his value to the team.
Zaki's competitive spirit was perhaps most vividly highlighted in the much-anticipated encounter against India in the Asia Cup. A tense atmosphere enshrouded the stadium, and Zaki stepped up with a match-defining four-wicket haul that dashed the hopes of an unwavering opponent.
Despite his young career, Muhammad Zaki has already made a profound imprint on cricket through his consistent performances and pivotal match contributions. His legacy continues to grow, fuelled by an unyielding passion and remarkable skill set, as he inspires a new generation of cricketers dreaming of greatness in the cricketing world.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 7.00 | 3 | 233.33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 58 | 9 | 7.25 | 6.44 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2021-04-10