Asif Khan is a right‑handed batter for the United Arab Emirates, born on 15 February 1990 in Lahore, Pakistan. He is best known for scoring one of the fastest centuries in ODI cricket by an Associate nation, and remains a key figure in the UAE’s batting lineup.
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Asif Khan
- Born: 15 February 1990, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
- Age: 36 (as of March 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm offbreak (rarely used)
- Role: Specialist batter
- National Side: United Arab Emirates (2022–present)
- Franchise Teams: Gulf Giants, MI Emirates, Team Abu Dhabi, Lahore Eagles, Lahore Lions
Asif Khan Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | 100s/50s | Top Score | Strike Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 38 | 1,270 | 38.48 | 3/7 | 151* | 80.9 | |
| T20Is | 56 | 1,302 | 28.30 | 0/6 | 79 | 137.9 | |
| First‑Class | 32 | 1,244 | 23.9 | 1/4 | 100 | 46.4 | |
| List A | 50 | 1,542 | 34.3 | 4/7 | 151* | 78.3 | |
| T20s (overall) | 64 | 1,413 | 28.3 | 0/6 | 79 | 135.9 |
Career Highlights
- ODI Debut: 5 March 2022 vs Oman.
- T20I Debut: 17 August 2023 vs New Zealand.
- Record Knock: Scored 151 vs Nepal in March 2023*, the fourth fastest century in men’s ODI history (by balls faced).
- Consistent Performer: Averaging nearly 40 in ODIs, with multiple match‑winning innings.
- Franchise Cricket: Featured in ILT20 and other leagues, including the Gulf Giants and the MI Emirates.
Style of Play
- Batting: Aggressive top‑order batter, strong square of the wicket, and over long‑on.
- Temperament: Confident, thrives under pressure, often accelerates in middle overs.
- Bowling: Rarely bowls; primarily a specialist batter.
Legacy & Potential
Asif Khan has become one of the UAE’s most reliable batters since his debut. His record‑breaking century against Nepal placed him in the global spotlight, proving that Associate nations can produce world‑class performances. At 36, he remains a senior figure in UAE cricket, balancing international duties with franchise commitments.
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