Naseem Shah Player Profile
Naseem Shah, born in Lower Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, is a right-arm fast bowler known for his raw pace, aggression, and ability to generate swing. Despite his young age, Shah has quickly risen through the ranks of Pakistani cricket, making his international debut at the age of 16 and establishing himself as a key member of the national team's bowling attack.
Shah's cricketing journey began in his hometown, playing tape-ball cricket with his friends. His natural talent and dedication caught the attention of local coaches, who helped him refine his skills and progress through the ranks of domestic cricket. He represented Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy and impressed with his wicket-taking abilities. In 2019, at the tender age of 16, he was called up to the Pakistan national team for their Test series against Australia, making him the ninth-youngest player to debut in Test cricket.
| Player Name | Naseem Shah |
| Birth Date | 2003-02-15 |
| Nationality | PAK |
| T20I Debut | - |
| Jersey No | 90 |
| Batting Style | RH |
| Bowling Style | Q |
| Player Role | Bowler |
Naseem Shah T20 Stats
Naseem Shah's T20 career, while still in its early stages, shows promise as a strike bowler. He has played 44 matches, taking 46 wickets at an average of 28.30 and an economy rate of 8.79. His best bowling figures in T20s are 3/14, achieved in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) while playing for Quetta Gladiators.
In T20Is, Shah has represented Pakistan in 25 matches, taking 23 wickets at an average of 27.08 and an economy rate of 8.15. These numbers highlight his ability to take wickets consistently, especially during the crucial powerplay overs where his pace and swing can dismantle opposing batting lineups. His variations in pace and length make him a challenging proposition for batsmen, as they struggle to pick his deliveries consistently. Shah's wicket-taking threat upfront has proven to be a valuable asset for the Pakistani T20I team.
In the PSL, Shah has been a key player for Quetta Gladiators, known for his aggressive bowling and wicket-taking ability. His performances in the PSL have played a crucial role in the team's success, and he has consistently been among the leading wicket-takers in the tournament.
Batting Stats Overall
| MAT | INN | Runs | HS | AVG | SR | 50's | 100's | 4's | 6's |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 7 | 25 | 14* | 6.25 | 119.05 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Batting Stats vs Opponent
| Team | MAT | INN | Runs | HS | AVG | SR | 50's | 100's | 4's | 6's |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 3 | 3 | 16 | 14* | 16 | -0.03 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| England | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| India | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ireland | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Netherlands | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| New Zealand | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| South Africa | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5* | 0 | 166.67 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 200 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Zimbabwe | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats Overall
| MAT | WKT | BBF | AVG | SR | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 19 | 2/7 | 34.95 | 27.21 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats vs Opponent
| Team | MAT | WKT | BBF | AVG | SR | 4W | 10W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 3 | 2 | 1/19 | 42.5 | 36 | 0 | 0 |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 2 | 2/15 | 21 | 21 | 0 | 0 |
| England | 2 | 0 | 0/30 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Hong Kong | 1 | 2 | 2/7 | 3.5 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| India | 3 | 4 | 2/23 | 23.75 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Ireland | 2 | 2 | 1/36 | 36.5 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
| Netherlands | 1 | 1 | 1/11 | 11 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
| New Zealand | 7 | 4 | 2/0 | 46.75 | 33.25 | 0 | 0 |
| South Africa | 1 | 1 | 1/19 | 19 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Sri Lanka | 1 | 1 | 1/40 | 40 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
| Zimbabwe | 1 | 0 | 0/34 | 0 | 0 |
Naseem Shah T20 World Cup Stats
Naseem Shah made his T20 World Cup debut in the 2022 edition held in Australia, where he quickly established himself as a key player for Pakistan. In 5 matches, he picked up 7 wickets at an impressive average of 20.42 and an economy rate of 7.69. His standout performance came against Bangladesh, where he took 3 wickets for 18 runs, helping Pakistan secure a crucial victory in their group-stage match.
Naseem Shah's ability to swing the new ball and take wickets upfront made him a valuable asset for Pakistan in the tournament. Despite Pakistan's loss in the final to England, Shah's performance in the tournament was lauded by fans and experts alike. Overall in his T20 World Cup Career, Naseem Shah has played nine matches and picked up seven wickets.