Faiq Butt (registered as Mohammad Faiq) is a 29‑year‑old Pakistani top‑order batter and occasional medium‑fast bowler from Lahore. He plays domestic cricket for Central Punjab and has featured for Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Mohammad Faiq (often referred to as Faiq Butt)
- Born: 31 March 1997, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm medium‑fast
- Role: Top‑order batter
- Domestic Teams: Central Punjab, Lahore Region Whites, Water & Power Development Authority, Pakistan Shaheens
- Franchise Teams: Islamabad United (PSL 2026)
Career Highlights
- First‑Class Cricket: 540 runs in 10 matches, average 30.00, top score 93.
- List A Cricket: 370 runs in 14 matches, average 33.63, including a century (108*).
- T20 Career: 637 runs in 21 matches, average 42.46, strike rate 175.00, with 2 centuries and 3 fifties.
- PSL 2026: Scored 81 runs in 5 matches for Islamabad United, including a quickfire 34* vs Lahore Qalandars.
- Pakistan Shaheens: Represented Pakistan’s development side in overseas tours, including matches in Australia.
Faiq Butt Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | 100s/50s | Wickets | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 10 | 540 | 30.00 | 93 | 0/4 | 5 | 2/8 |
| List A | 14 | 370 | 33.63 | 108* | 1/2 | 7 | 3/52 |
| T20s | 21 | 637 | 42.46 | 116* | 2/3 | 2 | 1/30 |
| PSL (IU) | 5 | 81 | 20.25 | 34* | 0/0 | – | – |
Style & Strengths
- Batting: Aggressive top‑order stroke‑player, excels in T20 cricket with high strike rates.
- Bowling: Occasional medium‑fast option, used sparingly in limited overs.
- Temperament: Confident, fearless, thrives in franchise cricket.
- Utility: Emerging batter for Pakistan’s domestic and PSL circuit, with potential for national selection.
Conclusion
Faiq Butt (Mohammad Faiq) has quickly built a reputation as a hard‑hitting top‑order batter in Pakistan’s domestic and franchise cricket. His PSL 2026 stint with Islamabad United showcased his aggressive batting style, while his domestic record highlights consistency across formats. With continued performances, he remains a candidate for future Pakistan national team opportunities.
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