Muhammad Zuhaib (also known as Zuhaib Zubair) is a 22‑year‑old UAE cricketer, born on 31 December 2003. He is a right‑handed batter and a leg‑break googly bowler, primarily playing as a bowler. He debuted for the UAE in 2024 and has already made an impact in T20Is with a five‑wicket haul (5/21).
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Zuhaib Zubair
- Born: 31 December 2003
- Age: 22 (as of April 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Legbreak googly
- Role: Bowler
- National Side: United Arab Emirates (2024–present)
- Franchise Teams: Gulf Giants, Ajman, Sharjah Warriors, Team Abu Dhabi
Muhammad Zuhaib Statistics
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Avg | Economy | Batting Runs | Top Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 3 | 0 | – | – | 4.88 | 38 | 31 | |
| T20Is | 19 | 19 | 5/21 | 20.26 | 7.02 | 85 | 26* | |
| List A | 3 | 0 | – | – | 4.88 | 38 | 31 | |
| T20s (overall) | 32 | 31 | 5/21 | 19.87 | 7.43 | 92 | 26* |
Career Highlights
- ODI Debut: 2024.
- T20I Debut: 2024.
- Best Performance: 5/21 vs Nigeria in July 2025, marking his breakthrough as a strike bowler.
- Batting Highlight: Scored 31 runs in ODIs, showing lower‑order resilience.
Style of Play
- Bowling: Leg‑break googly specialist, effective in middle overs, with wicket‑taking ability.
- Batting: Lower‑order batter, capable of small contributions.
- Temperament: Young, aggressive, and developing into a frontline spinner for the UAE.
Potential
At just 22, Muhammad Zuhaib is considered one of the UAE’s most promising spin bowlers. His five‑wicket haul in T20Is demonstrates his ability to change matches. With more exposure in ODIs and franchise cricket, he could become a long‑term spin option for the UAE.
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