Noman Ali is a left-arm orthodox spinner from Sanghar, Sindh. He made his Test debut for Pakistan in 2021 and rose to become the ICC No. 2-ranked Test bowler in 2025. He is known for his accuracy, flight, and late-career rise. He’s a domestic stalwart with over 400 First-Class wickets.
Noman Ali Quick Bio:
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Noman Ali |
| Date of Birth | October 7, 1986 |
| Age (2025) | 39 years |
| Birthplace | Khipro, Sanghar, Sindh |
| Height | 6 ft (183 cm) |
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
| Bowling Style | Slow left-arm orthodox |
| Role | Bowler |
| Family | Nephew of Rizwan Ahmed (ex-cricketer) |
| Religion | Islam |
Noman Ali Statistics:
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Avg | Economy | 5w/10w | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 21 | 85 | 6/42 | 23.70 | 2.44 | 6/1 | 385 | 15.40 | 97 |
| First Class | 116 | 405 | 8/46 | 26.56 | 2.91 | 28/7 | 2,883 | 20.59 | 103* |
| List A | 92 | 119 | 5/10 | 29.73 | 4.64 | 1/0 | 814 | 15.07 | 74 |
| T20s | 45 | 41 | 3/31 | 29.00 | 6.97 | 0/0 | 182 | 9.57 | 26* |
Noman Ali Domestic & Franchise Career:
- Hyderabad (Pakistan): 2007–2011
- Khan Research Laboratories: 2012–2018
- Northern: 2019–2023
- Karachi Whites: 2023–present
- Multan Sultans (PSL): 2019
Noman spent over a decade in domestic cricket before earning his Test cap. He often dominated with long spells and match-winning hauls.
Noman Ali International Career Timeline:
- Test Debut: January 26, 2021 vs South Africa
- Test Cap Number: 243
- Last Test: October 12, 2025, vs South Africa
- Limited-Overs: Yet to debut in ODIs or T20Is
Noman Ali Career Highlights:
- 6/42 vs England (Test): It was his career-best spell in Lahore.
- 8/46 vs Rawalpindi (FC): It was his first-class peak.
- 97 vs South Africa (Test): He was near a century as a nightwatchman.
- ICC Test Ranking: He climbed to No. 2 in October 2025.
Noman Ali Net Worth (2025):
He earned an estimated between PKR 4–6 crore through:
- Central contracts
- Domestic match fees
- PSL and regional endorsements
FAQs:
Is Noman Ali related to Shahid Afridi?
No, but he is the nephew of former cricketer Rizwan Ahmed.
Why did Noman debut so late?
Despite consistent domestic performances, he was overlooked until Test cricket returned to Pakistan and Yasir Shah’s form dipped.
What is his bowling style?
He is a slow left-arm orthodox and known for accuracy and turn.
What is his highest score?
He scored 97 in Test cricket. It was nearly a century as a nightwatchman.
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