Shaheen Afridi is a Pakistani international cricketer. He is a left-arm fast bowler known for his pace, bounce, and lethal yorkers. He was born in Landi Kotal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. His date of birth is April 6, 2000. He is currently 25 years old. He is the son of Ayaz Khan. His brother is Riaz Afridi. He follows the religion of Islam. His wife is Ansha Afridi. His zodiac sign is Aries. He is very tall—6 feet 5 inches. His weight is 70 kilograms. He has represented Pakistan, Lahore Qalandars, Fortune Barishal, Comilla Victorians, Desert Vipers, Middlesex, Nottinghamshire, Welsh Fire, and several other domestic and franchise teams globally
Shaheen Afridi’s Bowling Statistics:
| Performance In Each Format | Total Matches | Total Wickets | Best Bowling Figure | Five-Wicket Haul |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Career | 31 | 116 | 6/51 | 4 |
| ODI Career | 66 | 131 | 6/35 | 3 |
| T20I Career | 91 | 117 | 4/22 | 0 |
| First Class Career | 40 | 156 | 8/39 | 5 |
| List A Career | 79 | 152 | 6/35 | 3 |
| T20 Career | 235 | 326 | 6/19 | 5 |
Shaheen Afridi’s Under-19 Career:
Shaheen Afridi had a strong Under-19 career that helped launch him into international cricket. His best performance came during the 2018 ICC Under-19 World Cup, where he took 6 wickets for just 15 runs against Ireland. It helped Pakistan win by nine wickets. He was known for his pace, bounce, and ability to swing the ball even at a young age. Before that, he impressed in Pakistan’s youth system. He earned a spot after an Under-16 talent hunt and touring Australia. His standout performances in youth cricket made him one of the most exciting fast-bowling prospects for Pakistan.
Shaheen Afridi’s Domestic Career:
First Class Career:
Shaheen Afridi made his first-class debut for Khan Research Laboratories in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. His debut match was held in 2017. He stunned the cricketing world with 8/39 in his debut match—still the best-ever figures by a debutant in the competition.
List A Career:
He played his List A debut for Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) in the 2017–18 Regional One Day Cup. His consistent performances earned him a spot in Pakistan’s national squad later that year.
T20 Career:
Shaheen Afridi debuted in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for Lahore Qalandars in 2018. In one of the most iconic PSL performances, he took 5 wickets for just 4 runs against Multan Sultans. He later captained Lahore Qalandars to three PSL titles in 2022, 2023, and 2025.
Shaheen Afridi’s International Career:
ODI Career:
Shaheen Afridi made his ODI debut against Afghanistan on September 21, 2018, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. He quickly became Pakistan’s strike bowler, known for his early breakthroughs and deadly death overs. His best ODI figures are 6/35.
T20I Career:
Shaheen Afridi played his T20I debut match against the West Indies on April 3, 2018, at the National Stadium, Karachi. He was part of Pakistan’s squad in the 2021, 2022, and 2024 T20 World Cups. In the 2022 edition, he helped Pakistan reach the final, finishing as runner-up.
Test Career:
Shaheen Afridi made his Test debut against New Zealand on December 3, 2018, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. He has taken 116 wickets in 31 matches, including four five-wicket hauls and one ten-wicket match performance.
Shaheen Afridi’s Best Performances:
Shaheen Afridi’s most memorable performance came during the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup when he dismantled India’s top order with figures of 3/31. He dismissed Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Virat Kohli. In the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, he became the youngest bowler to take a five-wicket haul in the tournament and finished with 6/35 against Bangladesh. His 5/4 spell in the PSL against Multan Sultans remains one of the most economical five-wicket hauls in T20 history. In Test cricket, his 6/51 against the West Indies in Kingston showcased his ability to dominate in swinging conditions.
Career Highlights:
- ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year 2021
- Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy recipient
- First Pakistani captain to win three PSL titles
- Runner-up in the 2022 T20 World Cup and the 2025 Asia Cup
FAQs:
Who is Shaheen Afridi?
Shaheen Afridi is a Pakistani international cricketer. He is a left-arm fast bowler.
What is Shaheen Afridi’s date of birth?
He was born in Landi Kotal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. His date of birth is April 6, 2000.
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