Shahid Nawaz

Born on the 3rd of March, 1996, in the diverse cricketing landscape of the United Arab Emirates, Shahid Nawaz embarked on his cricket journey at a young age, honing his skills on the sandy terrains and concrete pitches of his hometown. As a young boy, Shahid was captivated by the pace and intensity of fast bowling, often emulating his heroes with a tennis ball in hand.

Shahid's early cricket education came through local clubs, where his natural talent with the ball was quickly recognised. By the time he was a teenager, his right-arm fast-medium deliveries were the talk of the town, earning him a place in the national under-19 squad. His dedication bore fruit when he made his much-anticipated professional debut for the UAE national team, stepping onto the international stage with a heart full of ambition and a ball that could swing both ways.

Throughout his career, Shahid Nawaz has become a formidable name in the cricketing circles of the Associate Nations. His skill set shone during the 2018 ICC World Cricket League Division Two, where he played an instrumental role in guiding UAE to victory. His knack for breaking crucial partnerships with his sharp, inswinging deliveries recorded his name in the annals of UAE cricket.

One of the most memorable matches of Shahid's career came against Oman in a chilling encounter where he took a 5-wicket haul, dismantling the opponent's batting line-up with precision and pace. His rivalry with Oman's ace batsman remains a gripping chapter in his cricketing story—matches between the two often swinging on the pendulum of their individual performances.

Shahid’s bowling is marked by his ability to maintain impeccable line and length, extracting maximum effort from every delivery. Though primarily known as a bowler, his right-hand batting has seen him play crucial innings, often steadying the tail with resilience and a flickering glimpse of technical prowess.

Off the field, Shahid has been an unwavering advocate for the development of cricket in his home country, using his fame and knowledge to inspire the next generation of Emirati cricketers. His career, though still unfolding, paints a picture of a cricketer deeply passionate about his craft, eternally driven by the dream of placing UAE on the global cricketing map.

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