Zahid Ali is a Lahore‑born right‑arm medium bowler who represents the United Arab Emirates. Born on 14 March 1992, he debuted in 2025 and has played 3 ODIs and 6 T20Is, with his best figures being 4/41 in ODIs.
Personal Profile
- Full Name: Zahid Ali
- Born: 14 March 1992, Lahore, Pakistan
- Age: 34 (as of April 2026)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm medium
- Role: Bowler
- National Side: United Arab Emirates (2025–present)
- Domestic/Franchise Teams: UAE, Bombay Deccan, Royal Champs
Zahid Ali Statistics
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowling Avg | Economy | Batting Runs | Top Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | 3 | 5 | 4/41 | 26.40 | 6.94 | 16 | 11* | |
| T20Is | 6 | 5 | 2/27 | 30.80 | 9.05 | 29 | 18* | |
| List A | 3 | 5 | 4/41 | 26.40 | 6.94 | 16 | 11* | |
| T20s (overall) | 6 | 5 | 2/27 | 30.80 | 9.05 | 29 | 18* |
Career Highlights
- ODI Debut: October 2025 vs Nepal.
- Best ODI Performance: 4/41 against Nepal, his standout spell.
- T20I Debut: October 2025 vs Japan.
- Best T20I Performance: 2/27, showing promise in shorter formats.
- Batting Contributions: Lower‑order hitter, with a top score of 18* in T20Is.
Style of Play
- Bowling: Right‑arm medium, relies on accuracy and movement.
- Batting: Lower‑order, occasional runs under pressure.
- Temperament: Steady bowler, used in middle overs to break partnerships.
Potential
At 34, Zahid Ali is a late entrant to UAE cricket. His strong ODI debut performance (4/41) shows he can be a useful bowler in limited‑overs formats. While his T20I economy is on the higher side, his wicket‑taking ability makes him a valuable squad member.
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