Azan Awais – Pakistan’s Emerging Left-Handed Opener

Azan Awais was born on October 10, 2004, in Sialkot, Punjab. He is a technically gifted left-handed top-order batter who has impressed across youth and domestic levels. He is known for his calm temperament and elegant strokeplay. Azan has already compiled a remarkable record in First-Class cricket and represented Pakistan Under-19s with distinction.

Azan Awais Statistics

Azan Awais

Format Matches Runs Bat Avg HS 100s 50s SR
First-Class 25 2225 54.26 203* 9 8 57.74
List A 8 253 31.62 88 0 3 76.20
U-19 Tests 2 104 104 1 0

 Azan Awais – Pakistan Under-19 Career Highlights

Tournament Matches Runs Bat Avg HS 100s 50s Role
U-19 Test vs Sri Lanka (Oct 2023) 1 104 104 1 0 Opener
ICC U-19 World Cup 2024 6 218 36.33 88 0 2 Opener
Azan Awais infographic
  • 104 vs Sri Lanka U-19 – debut century in youth Test cricket
  • 88 vs Australia U-19 – top score in World Cup semi-final
  • Consistent top-order anchor throughout the tournament
  • Represented Pakistan U-19 in both red-ball and white-ball formats

  Style and Impact

Azan’s Under-19 performances showcased his technical discipline, strike rotation, and ability to build innings under pressure. His century against Sri Lanka and semi-final knock against Australia were standout moments that highlighted his temperament and readiness for senior-level cricket.

   Playing Style

  • Batting: Left-handed, top-order anchor
  • Bowling: Not a regular bowler
  • Fielding: 22 catches across formats
  • Temperament: Calm, focused, and technically sound

Azan Awais’s ability to build long innings and rotate strike makes him a dependable option in red-ball cricket. His double century (203*) in First-Class play is a testament to his concentration and shot selection.

    Career Highlights

  • 203 in First-Class cricket* – career-best knock
  • 104 vs Sri Lanka U-19 – standout youth performance
  • Top scorer in the U-19 World Cup semi-final vs Australia
  • Represented Pakistan U-19, Gujranwala Giants, and Sialkot Region

 Azan Awais – Quaid‑e‑Azam Trophy 2024–25 Record

Azan Awais produced one of the most dominant debut seasons in recent domestic history, finishing as the top scorer of the 2024–25 Quaid‑e‑Azam Trophy.

   Season Summary (2024–25)

  • 844 runs in 13 innings at an average of 76.73
  • 4 centuries, including a career‑best 203\* vs Peshawar in Abbottabad
  • Top scorer of the entire tournament
  • Key role in Sialkot Region’s title win — a dramatic 1‑wicket victory in the final
  • Age: 20 during the season, making the performance even more remarkable

Impact on Sialkot Region

Azan’s consistency was central to Sialkot’s championship run, helping them secure their third Quaid‑e‑Azam Trophy title. His big hundreds often set up dominant positions, and his temperament mirrored that of a seasoned first‑class batter.

Why This Season Matters

Azan Awais didn’t just score runs — he announced himself as Pakistan’s next major red‑ball batting prospect. A debut season with nearly 850 runs is extremely rare in Pakistan’s domestic structure, placing him among the standout young batters of the decade.

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