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 25 15 6 161 40 10.73 207 77.78 0 0 7 9
FC 18 27 8 144 33 5.33 457 31.51 0 0 8 15
T20 39 34 13 142 27 4.18 130 109.23 0 0 8 12
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 28 27 51 1187 229 23.27 5.18 66 10 2 2 0
FC 20 33 62 2108 566.7 34.00 3.72 23 53 3 1 0
T20 78 78 85 2254 287 26.52 7.85 94 14 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: 2025-02-27
Group A, 9th Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 27, 2025
Pakistan
Bangladesh
Match abandoned without a ball bowled
Group A, 5th Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 23, 2025
Pakistan
241/10 (49.4)
India
244/4 (42.3)
India won by 6 wickets (with 45 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Virat Kohli
Group A, 1st Match, ICC Champions Trophy - February 19, 2025
Pakistan
260/10 (47.2)
New Zealand
320/5 (50)
New Zealand won by 60 runs
Player of the Match
Tom Latham
Triangular Series Final (Pakistan), Final, Tri-Series - February 14, 2025
New Zealand
243/5 (45.2)
Pakistan
242/10 (49.3)
New Zealand won by 5 wickets (with 28 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
William O'Rourke
Triangular Series (Pakistan), 3rd ODI, Tri-Series - February 12, 2025
Pakistan
355/4 (49)
South Africa
352/5 (50)
Pakistan won by 6 wickets (with 6 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Agha Salman
Triangular Series (Pakistan), 1st ODI, Tri-Series - February 8, 2025
Pakistan
254/10 (47.5)
New Zealand
330/6 (50)
New Zealand won by 78 runs
Player of the Match
Glenn Phillips
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 3rd ODI, One Day International - December 22, 2024
South Africa
271/10 (42)
Pakistan
308/9 (47)
Pakistan won by 36 runs (D/L method)
Player of the Match
Saim Ayub
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 2nd ODI, One Day International - December 19, 2024
South Africa
248/10 (43.1)
Pakistan
329/10 (49.5)
Pakistan won by 81 runs
Player of the Match
Kamran Ghulam
Pakistan tour of South Africa, 1st ODI, One Day International - December 17, 2024
South Africa
239/9 (50)
Pakistan
242/7 (49.3)
Pakistan won by 3 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Agha Salman
Pakistan tour of Australia, 2nd T20I, Twenty20 International - November 16, 2024
Australia
147/9 (20)
Pakistan
134/10 (19.4)
Australia won by 13 runs
Player of the Match
Spencer Johnson