Yasir Hameed is a former Pakistani top‑order batter, best remembered for scoring two centuries on his Test debut against Bangladesh in 2003. He played 25 Tests and 56 ODIs for Pakistan between 2003 and 2010, averaging 32.41 in Tests and 36.87 in ODIs.
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Yasir Hameed Qureshi
- Born: 28 February 1978, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm offbreak
- Role: Top‑order batter
- Domestic Teams: Pakistan International Airlines, Abbottabad Falcons, NWFP Panthers, Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited, Peshawar
Yasir Hameed Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | 100s/50s | Top Score | Catches | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 25 | 1,491 | 32.41 | 2/8 | 170 | 20 | |
| ODIs | 56 | 2,028 | 36.87 | 3/12 | 127* | 14 | |
| T20Is | – | – | – | – | – | – | |
| First‑Class | 150+ | 10,000+ | ~40 | 20+ | 200+ | – |
Career Highlights
- Test Debut: 20 April 2003 vs Bangladesh – scored two centuries (170 & 105), becoming only the second player in history to achieve this on debut.
- ODI Debut: 20 May 2003 vs New Zealand – scored 50 on debut.
- Consistency: Averaged nearly 37 in ODIs, often opening the innings with elegance and timing.
- Technique: Known for his solid defense and fluent stroke play, considered more technically sound than many contemporaries.
- Later Career: Played domestic cricket extensively after his last international in 2010.
Style of Play
- Batting: Elegant timer of the ball, strong off the front foot, especially through covers.
- Temperament: Calm, composed, and technically reliable.
- Fielding: Occasional wicketkeeper, but primarily a slip fielder.
Legacy
Yasir Hameed’s international career was relatively short, but his debut remains one of the most memorable in Pakistan cricket history. His classical batting style and ability to anchor innings made him a dependable top‑order option during the mid‑2000s.
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