Naseem Shah

Naseem Shah
Nationality: Pakistan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Date of Birth: 2003-02-15 Age: 22
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Naseem Shah is a Pakistani cricket player who has captivated fans and experts alike with his exceptional talent and outstanding performances on the field.
Born on February 15, 2003, in Lower Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Naseem Shah's journey from a small town to representing his country at the highest level is nothing short of remarkable.

At a young age, Naseem caught the attention of Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited, a department not known for producing cricketing stars.
His natural ability, along with his whippy action and ability to generate pace effortlessly, set him apart from his peers in the highly competitive world of Pakistani fast bowling.
As a result, he made his first-class debut for the department at the tender age of 15.

Naseem's incredible rise continued when he received his maiden Test cap for Pakistan against Australia in Brisbane.
However, his joy was tempered by tragedy as he lost his mother just before his international debut.
Despite facing such a heartbreaking setback, Naseem displayed immense mental strength and proved his mettle on the cricket field.

In only his second Test match, Naseem became the youngest fast bowler in the history of the game to take a five-wicket haul.
This remarkable achievement came against Sri Lanka in Karachi, marking the beginning of a record-breaking career.
In his third Test against Bangladesh, Naseem accomplished an extraordinary feat by becoming the youngest player ever to secure a Test match hat-trick.

While Naseem's talent and potential were undeniable, his young body struggled to withstand the physical demands of generating extreme speeds.
Consequently, he experienced a series of injuries that initially impacted his performance and ultimately sidelined him from the game for over a year.
However, true to his resilient nature, Naseem made a strong comeback during the third Test against Australia in Lahore in March 2022.
Despite the extended break, his pace remained intact, and he showed no signs of the injuries that plagued him.

Not content with excelling in Tests alone, Naseem has also proven himself as a formidable white-ball player.
Although he had never played a white-ball international until recently, he seized the opportunity to showcase his skills in Shaheen Afridi's absence.
In his debut T20I, Naseem dismissed key Indian batsman KL Rahul and toyed with the likes of Virat Kohli, exemplifying his potential and versatility.
Further impressive performances in the Asia Cup only enhanced his reputation as a rising star.

At just 19 years of age, it is easy to forget that Naseem Shah is still in the early stages of his career.
With the T20 World Cup on the horizon, he has the chance to return to where his international journey began and demonstrate how far he has come and how much farther he can go.
Naseem's dedication, determination, and immense talent promise a bright future for this young sensation, and fans eagerly await his continued success on the cricket field.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
ODI 28 18 6 229 51 12.72 270 84.81 0 1 12 14
FC 18 27 8 144 33 5.33 457 31.51 0 0 8 15
T20 47 39 16 161 27 4.13 148 108.78 0 0 8 15
4day 1 2 0 26 19 13.00 50 52.00 0 0 1 3
T20I 18 11 4 51 16 4.64 46 110.87 0 0 3 4

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
ODI 31 29 54 1301 248 24.09 5.25 70 10 2 2 0
FC 20 33 62 2108 566.7 34.00 3.72 23 53 3 1 0
T20 86 86 94 2515 318 26.76 7.91 109 16 3 1 0
4day 1 1 1 41 11 41.00 3.73 0 1 0 0 0
T20I 30 29 25 867 108.1 34.68 8.02 36 4 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-05-07
Regular Season, 26th Match, Pakistan Super League - May 7, 2025
Islamabad United
154/10 (19.3)
Quetta Gladiators
263/3 (20)
Quetta Gladiators won by 109 runs
Player of the Match
Rilee Rossouw
Regular Season, 23rd Match, Pakistan Super League - May 3, 2025
Quetta Gladiators
159/8 (19.5)
Islamabad United
157/8 (20)
Quetta Gladiators won by 2 wickets (with 1 ball remaining)
Player of the Match
Hasan Nawaz
Regular Season, 22nd Match, Pakistan Super League - May 2, 2025
Peshawar Zalmi
147/4 (16.4)
Islamabad United
143/9 (20)
Peshawar Zalmi won by 6 wickets (with 20 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Maaz Sadaqat
Regular Season, 19th Match, Pakistan Super League - April 30, 2025
Lahore Qalandars
209/6 (20)
Islamabad United
121/10 (16.5)
Lahore Qalandars won by 88 runs
Player of the Match
Sikandar Raza
Regular Season, 10th Match, Pakistan Super League - April 20, 2025
Karachi Kings
128/7 (20)
Islamabad United
129/4 (17.1)
Islamabad United won by 6 wickets (with 17 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Shadab Khan
Regular Season, 7th Match, Pakistan Super League - April 16, 2025
Islamabad United
202/6 (20)
Multan Sultans
155/10 (18.4)
Islamabad United won by 47 runs
Player of the Match
Jason Holder
Regular Season, 5th Match, Pakistan Super League - April 14, 2025
Islamabad United
243/5 (20)
Peshawar Zalmi
141/10 (18.2)
Islamabad United won by 102 runs
Player of the Match
Sahibzada Farhan
Regular Season, 1st Match, Pakistan Super League - April 11, 2025
Islamabad United
143/2 (17.4)
Lahore Qalandars
139/10 (19.2)
Islamabad United won by 8 wickets (with 14 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Jason Holder
Pakistan tour of New Zealand, 3rd ODI, One Day International - April 4, 2025
New Zealand
264/8 (42)
Pakistan
221/10 (40)
New Zealand won by 43 runs
Player of the Match
Michael Bracewell
Pakistan tour of New Zealand, 2nd ODI, One Day International - April 1, 2025
New Zealand
292/8 (50)
Pakistan
208/10 (41.2)
New Zealand won by 84 runs
Player of the Match
Mitchell Hay

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