Shahnawaz Dahani is a Pakistani cricketer. He is a right-arm fast-medium bowler. He was born in Larkana. His date of birth is August 5, 1998. He is currently 26 years old. He represented the Chattograms Challengers, Dambulla Aura, Mississauga Panthers, Multan Sultans, Sindh 2nd XI, and Pakistan.
Shahnawaz Dahani’s Bowling Statistics:
| Performance In Each Format | Total Matches | Total Wickets | Best Bowling Figures | 5 Wickets Haul |
| ODI Career | 2 | 1 | 1/36 | 0 |
| T20I Career | 11 | 8 | 2/37 | 0 |
| First Class Career | 21 | 70 | 7/42 | 3 |
| List A Career | 38 | 75 | 6/19 | 5 |
| T20 Career | 55 | 69 | 4/5 | 0 |
Shahnawaz Dahani’s Personal Life:
Shahnawaz Dahani was born in a village near Larkana, Sindh, Pakistan. His stepfather was against his desire to become a cricketer. He wanted to make him a government employee and this was the reason he completed his studies. He holds a bachelor’s in commerce degree. He got that degree before starting his professional cricket career. This is one of the reasons he speaks English well. He is among the only few Pakistani cricketers who do not hesitate while speaking English and are very fluent.
Shahnawaz Dahani’s Domestic Career:
First Class Career:
Shahnawaz Dahani played his debut match against Southern Punjab (Pakistan). He represented Sindh in this tournament. This match was held on November 25, 2019. The match was played in Karachi. It was the match of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. Unfortunately, the match was drawn. He got 10 wickets in 3 matches in the Quaid e Azam Trophy 2023. His best bowling figure was 4 wickets by conceding 50 runs. He was also the 3rd highest wicket-taker of the President Trophy Grade I in 2024. He took 25 wickets in 4 matches.
List A Career:
Shahnawaz Dahani represented Sindh in this match. He played his debut match against Central Punjab (Pakistan). This match was held on January 12, 2021. This match was played in Karachi. It was the match of the Pakistan Cup. Sindh won this match by 6 wickets. In President Cup Grade I 2024, he got 19 wickets in 7 matches. He got two 5-wicket hauls. His best bowling figure was 6 wickets for 30 runs.
T20 Career:
Shahnawaz Dahani played his debut match against Peshawar Zalmi in this tournament. He represented the Multan Sultans. This match was played in Karachi. This match was held on February 23, 2021. It was the match of the Pakistan Super League. Shahnawaz Dahani picked up 2 wickets by conceding 44 runs. Zalmi won this match by 6 wickets. In this PSL 2021 season, he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. He picked up 20 wickets in 11 innings. His best bowling figure was 4 wickets for 5 runs. He took two 4 wickets. His performances in his debut PSL season were outstanding. But he did not maintain his bowling performance in the next three PSL seasons.
Shahnawaz Dahani’s International Career:
ODI Career:
Shahnawaz Dahani played his debut match against the West Indies. This match was held on June 12, 2022. The match was played in Multan. It was the match of the West Indies tour of Pakistan. Pakistan won this match by 53 runs.
T20I Career:
Shahnawaz Dahani played his debut match against Bangladesh. This match was played in Mirpur. This match was held on June 5, 2024. It was the match of the Pakistan tour of Bangladesh. Shahnawaz Dahani picked up 1 wicket by conceding 24 runs. Pakistan won this match by 5 wickets. He is considered a T20 specialist.
FAQs:
Who is Shahnawaz Dahani?
Shahnawaz Dahani is a Pakistani cricketer. He is a right-arm fast-medium bowler
What is the height of Shahnawaz Dahani?
Shahnawaz Dhani’s height is 6 feet and 2 inches.
What is the date of birth of Shahnawaz Dahani?
Shahnawaz Dahani was born in Larkana. His date of birth is August 5, 1998.
What is the name of the Shahnawaz Dhani PSL team?
He played for Multan Sultans in PSL 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Conclusion:
Shahnawaz Dahani is a talented cricketer, but he is a person who is down-to-earth, gentle, and hardworking. There have been a lot of players in Pakistan cricket who have finished their careers because of their negative attitude. He should learn from them and improve himself. We hope he will become one of the best bowlers that Pakistan has ever produced.
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