Jinnah CC

Country: Sweden
Code: JCC
History
Fixtures
Players
Venues

Jinnah CC, hailing from the serene landscapes of Sweden, was founded in 2005 by a group of passionate expatriates looking to establish a foothold for cricket in a country better known for its icy winters and Nordic sports. As they laid the foundation for the club, the founders were driven by a vision to not only compete but to cultivate cricket's charm in a non-traditional area.

Over the years, Jinnah CC has grown from a small community team to one of Sweden's prominent cricket clubs, making impressive strides both locally and internationally. One of their crowning achievements was clinching the Swedish Cricket League title in 2014, which catapulted them into national recognition. They've often been contenders in the Swedish T20 championships, with their fierce competitive edge making opponents sit up and take notice.

The team has revealed several key players whose performances have been nothing short of influential. Much of their success can be attributed to their longstanding captain, Kamran Hussain, an all-rounder with an astute cricketing mind and a knack for pulling victories out of the bag. Another standout is their vibrant opening batsman, Ahmed Raza, whose explosive agility at the crease has proven vital in many matches.

Jinnah CC has cultivated a rivalry with the Stockholm Cricket Club—their contests have been fiery affairs, marked by close finishes and outstanding performances. A notable match between these two was in the 2018 league finals, where Jinnah pulled off a dramatic win with just one ball to spare.

The team is known for its adaptable playing style, focusing on strategic field placements and crafty bowling, allowing them to challenge even stronger line-ups effectively. Despite the relatively less common cricketing climate of Sweden, Jinnah CC has emphasised athleticism and precision, leveraging these strengths to create unpredictable buoyancy on the field.

As for traditions, Jinnah CC prides itself on a post-match gathering tradition, where players and family members come together for a hearty meal, often featuring classic Pakistani dishes, celebrating their roots and fostering community spirit.

The team plays its home matches at the picturesque Karsby Cricket Ground, a venue that has become a second home to Jinnah's loyal fan base. The fans, a vibrant and boisterous bunch, often wave bright green flags and share cultural chants, bringing a slice of South Asian cricket passion to Swedish soil. Rich in diversity and fervour, each match day feels like a tapestry of cultures, united by a common love for cricket—this is Jinnah CC, a club where every innings is more than just a game.

Tajammal Hussain
Position: Batsman
Age: 24
Sameer Ali Khan
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Umar Khan
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 38
Vaince Waqqas
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Muhammad Bilal
Position: Bowler
Age: 24
Tasaduq Hussain
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Mohammad Ali
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Choudry Ali
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Zubair Aslam
Position: Bowler
Age: 24
Kamran Zia
Position: Wicketkeeper
Age: 24
Khalil Jalali
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Azeem Amin
Position: Bowler
Age: 24
Mohammad Vajjih Ali
Position: Bowler
Age: 25
Waqar Hassan
Position: Batsman
Age: 24
Muhammad Chaudhry
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Imam Din
Position: Batsman
Age: 24
Abdullah Khalil
Position: Bowler
Age: 24
Mohammed Vajjih Ali
Position: Wicketkeeper
Age: 24
Usama Chaudhry
Position: Wicketkeeper
Age: 24
Bilal Muhammad
Position: Bowler
Age: 24
Faraan Chaudhry
Position: Batsman
Age: 24
Jamal Nasir
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 35
Shari Shaji
Position: Bowler
Age: 24
Hammad Iftikhar
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Muhammad Abdullah
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Farrukh Ilyas
Position: Batsman
Age: 24
Rukhsar Ahmed
Position: Batsman
Age: 23
Jitender Singh
Position: Allrounder
Age: 24
Ali Usman
Position: Bowler
Age: 23
Muhammad Waqqas Vaince
Position: Bowler
Age: 24
Muhammad Rehman
Position: Batsman
Age: 24
Sameer Khan
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 37
Sharjeel Sadaqat
Position: Bowler
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Age: 38
Musab Zia
Position: Bowler
Age: 30
Shahzad Ali
Position: Bowler
Age: 25
Taj Hussain
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Age: 47
Usman Hafeez
Position: Bowler
Age: 57
Adyan Asif
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 24
Mohammad Awais
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 24
Sami Khan
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast
Age: 24

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