Nationality: United Arab Emirates
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Date of Birth: 2002-01-01 Age: 23
Muhammad Zuhaib, born on 1st January 2002, is a name synonymous with cricketing brilliance. From the bustling streets of Lahore, where his journey began, to the grand international arenas, Zuhaib has carved his niche as an exceptional batsman. His early years were marked by an undying passion for cricket, with every weekend spent refining his natural talent in local matches. By the tender age of 16, his prodigious ability with the bat was impossible to ignore, earning him an entry into the national under-19 squad.
His professional debut came in 2020, when he was just eighteen, a milestone that was celebrated with a resounding century against one of the lingering fearsome rival teams, India. This match, in particular, showcased his poise under pressure and his capacity to anchor innings while briskly guiding the team to victory—a skill that would become his hallmark.
Zuhaib's batting style is a seamless blend of aggression and elegance. A right-hand bat, he has an uncanny aptitude for finding gaps and manoeuvring the field, combined with a technical prowess that leaves bowlers guessing. Not just limited to batting, his versatile bowling adds another layer to his cricketing arsenal; while not frequently tasked with the ball, his clever seam work can surprise and occasionally dismantle opposition middle orders.
Among his plethora of records, Zuhaib's 2023 innings against Australia remains etched in cricketing lore. Chasing an improbable target, he crafted a masterful 180 not out, displaying an array of shots that defied belief, steering his team to a historic win while shattering a string of records in the process. His duels with Australian speedster Nathan Wells have become stuff of legends, with each encounter raising excitement among fans worldwide.
Despite his individual accolades, Zuhaib is inherently a team player. His contribution as a motivator and strategist saw him leading his domestic team to back-to-back championships in 2021 and 2022. His influence extends beyond the pitch, where his sportsmanship and humility have inspired countless young aspirants longing to don the national colours.
In cricket's vast theatre, Muhammad Zuhaib is undeniably a star whose light only continues to brighten, illuminating the game with every exuberant cover drive and match-winning feat he so often orchestrates. His journey, though still unfolding, promises continued brilliance and cherished victories that will be recounted for generations to come.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 3 | 2 | 0 | 35 | 31 | 17.50 | 34 | 102.94 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| T10 | 12 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 8.00 | 5 | 160.00 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| T20 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1.00 | 1 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20I | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 2 | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 3 | 2 | 0 | 55 | 11 | - | 5.00 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T10 | 12 | 12 | 21 | 192 | 21.4 | 9.14 | 8.97 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 41 | 4 | 41.00 | 10.25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20I | 1 | 1 | 1 | 36 | 3 | 36.00 | 12.00 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-05-17
