Nationality: Afghanistan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Date of Birth: 2004-08-19 Age: 20

Born on the 19th of August, 2004, Safi Ahmad emerged from the bustling streets of Lahore with a cricket ball seemingly glued to his hand. Even as a young boy, Safi was rarely seen without his pièce de résistance, his trusty red leather ball, practising yorkers with unwavering dedication in narrow alleyways. It was clear he harboured ambitions far beyond what many could imagine.
From humble beginnings, Safi broke into local circuits, swiftly signing up with a reputable club team in his early teens. His raw pace and unyielding hunger for wickets soon grabbed the attention of regional selectors. By the age of just 18, Safi had earned a spot in the national under-19 team, hurling himself into the limelight during a high-octane youth tournament. It wasn’t long thereafter that he made his professional debut, marking the beginning of what many pundits believe is a promising career.
Safi's journey to recognition was punctuated by an iconic match in his debut series, a nail-biting encounter against Bangladesh. With the opposition needing just 10 runs to win, Safi’s fiery last spell captivated all those in attendance, showcasing not only his prowess in fast bowling but his knack for maintaining nerve under pressure. This performance etched his name in the annals of youth cricket, a moment not easily forgotten.
Throughout his burgeoning career, Safi has been part of several championship-winning teams, his contributions often pivotal. His ability to swing the ball at pace has set him apart, reminiscent of fast-bowling legends. Safi’s strengths lie in his disciplined line and length, coupled with a lethal outswinger that challenges even the most seasoned batsmen. While primarily a bowler, his lower-order batting displays occasional flashes of brilliance, adding depth to his cricketing repertoire.
Rivalries, particularly against arch-rivals India, have further defined Safi’s cricketing tale. Every series against them has been a canvas painted with passion, marked by his intense duels with their top-order batsmen, often tipping the scales in favour of his side.
Off the field, Safi remains grounded, often found mentoring young aspirants in his neighbourhood, paying forward the kindness and guidance once shown to him. His journey, although still in its early chapters, already resonates with dedication and an unwavering love for the game, suggesting that the world of cricket has much more to witness from this talented fast bowler.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 29 | 8 | 4.14 | 19 | 152.63 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 22 | 22 | 15 | 352 | 34.8 | 23.47 | 10.11 | 49 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2023-06-30