Muhammad Shahdad is a young UAE cricketer, born on 9 December 2000, who plays as a right‑handed top‑order batter and occasional leg‑break bowler. He made his ODI debut in October 2025 and impressed with a 96‑run knock against Nepal.
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Muhammad Shahdad
- Born: 9 December 2000
- Age: 25 (as of April 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Legbreak googly
- Role: Top‑order batter
- National Side: United Arab Emirates (2025–present)
Muhammad Shahdad Statistics
| Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | 50s | Strike Rate | Wickets | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 ODIs | 131 | 43.66 | 96 | 1 | 59.5 | 0 | – |
- Batting: Scored 96 (123 balls) vs Nepal in November 2025.
- Other Scores: 34 vs USA, 1 vs USA.
- Bowling: Bowled 60 balls in ODIs but has yet to take a wicket.
Career Highlights
- ODI Debut: 28 October 2025 vs USA.
- Breakthrough Innings: 96 runs against Nepal (Dubai, November 2025).
- Role in Team: Emerging as a promising top‑order batter for the UAE.
Style of Play
- Batting: Compact right‑hander, builds innings steadily, capable of anchoring the top order.
- Bowling: Leg‑break googly, but primarily a batter.
- Temperament: Calm, patient, and focused on long innings.
Potential
At just 25, Muhammad Shahdad is at the start of his international career. His near‑century against Nepal shows he can play long innings and stabilize the UAE’s batting order. With more exposure, he could become a regular fixture in the top three.
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