Usman Ali

Usman Ali
Nationality: Pakistan
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Left Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1994-05-04 Age: 31
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Born on 4th May 1994, Usman Ali’s cricketing journey is one marked by relentless determination, fiery pace, and an instinctive flare for seizing the moment. Growing up in the bustling streets of Karachi, Pakistan, from a young age he was fascinated by tales of Wasim Akram and had a burning desire to emulate his hero. His love for the game was nurtured on dusty pitches and makeshift grounds, where he bowled tirelessly, perfecting his left-arm fast-medium deliveries, a rare skill in the cricketing arena.

Usman's exceptional talent quickly garnered attention, and by his teenage years, he was playing club cricket, refining his craft. His professional debut materialised with his first-class debut for Sindh at the age of 20, where he seized a breakthrough moment by claiming a five-wicket haul, sending ripples through the domestic circuit. His perseverance bore fruit in 2017, when he was catapulted into the national spotlight after a stellar season in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, wherein he emerged as the leading wicket-taker.

A key highlight of Usman's career came during a heated T20 series against India, where his blistering pace and unnerving accuracy unsettled their batting line-up. It was the third match of the series where he delivered a match-winning spell, with figures of 4 for 18, cementing his reputation as a force to be reckoned with. This performance also ignited a spirited rivalry with India’s dynamic young batsman, Rishabh Pant, a duel that has since become a staple narrative of Indo-Pak cricketing exchanges.

Usman doesn't just rely on sheer pace; his variations in swing and seam positions, coupled with a deceptive yorker, often leave batsmen guessing. While not much of a batsman, he'd describe himself more of a lower-order slogger, capable of launching the occasional six over long-on when his team needs a late-innings boost.

Indeed, Usman Ali’s presence on the field transcends mere statistics. It's the passion with which he plays that leaves a lasting impression; it’s the sight of his animated celebrations after each wicket that embodies his zeal for the game. Each delivery he bowls is a testament to his dedication, one aimed not just at taking wickets, but at writing his own legacy in the annals of cricket history.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
T10 26 8 4 71 28 8.88 53 133.96 0 0 5 4

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
T10 31 26 21 495 43 23.57 11.51 22 2 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-06-04
Regular Season, 17th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 4, 2025
Bucharest Gladiators
73/5 (10)
Royal Eagles
138/3 (10)
Royal Eagles won by 65 runs
Player of the Match
Waqas Ahmed
Regular Season, 15th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 4, 2025
Bucharest Gladiators
117/5 (10)
Royal Eagles
117/8 (10)
Royal Eagles wins the Golden Ball
Player of the Match
Shahab Alam
Regular Season, 14th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 3, 2025
Phoenix Cricket Club
138/2 (9)
Royal Eagles
136/1 (10)
Phoenix Cricket Club won by 8 wickets (with 6 balls remaininng)
Player of the Match
Bilal Ahmed
Regular Season, 13th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 3, 2025
Phoenix Cricket Club
123/6 (10)
Royal Eagles
112/5 (10)
Phoenix Cricket Club won by 11 runs
Regular Season, 12th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 3, 2025
Bucharest Gladiators
98/6 (10)
Royal Eagles
100/3 (7.4)
Royal Eagles won by 7 wickets (with 14 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Shahab Alam
Regular Season, 9th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 2, 2025
Phoenix Cricket Club
72/8 (10)
Royal Eagles
73/3 (8.4)
Royal Eagles won by 7 wickets (with 8 balls remaining)
Regular Season, 8th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 2, 2025
Bliss Warriors
80/5 (10)
Royal Eagles
81/4 (9.3)
Royal Eagles won by 6 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Rickie Gill
Regular Season, 4th Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 1, 2025
Bliss Warriors
102/5 (10)
Royal Eagles
70/9 (10)
Bliss Warriors won by 32 runs
Player of the Match
Eranga De Silva
Regular Season, 2nd Match, European Cricket Series Romania - June 1, 2025
Bliss Warriors
74/8 (10)
Royal Eagles
82/6 (9.3)
Royal Eagles won by 4 wickets (with 3 balls remaining)
Player of the Match
Rajinder Jassi

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