Shadab Khan Player Profile
Shadab Khan, born in Mianwali, Pakistan, is a dynamic all-rounder who has rapidly emerged as a vital asset for the Pakistan cricket team. Primarily a right-arm leg-break bowler and a handy lower-order batsman, Shadab Khan is known for his exceptional variations, sharp turn, and ability to pick up crucial wickets. He is also regarded as one of the best fielders in Pakistan, known for his agility and athleticism on the field.
Shadab Khan's cricketing journey began in domestic cricket, where he represented Rawalpindi and Islamabad. His impressive performances in domestic tournaments caught the eye of selectors, leading to his international debut in 2017 against the West Indies. Since then, he has become a regular member of the Pakistan team across all formats of the game, contributing significantly with both bat and ball. He is the captain of Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), leading them to victory in the 2024 season.
| Player Name | Shadab Khan |
| Birth Date | 1998-10-04 |
| Nationality | PAK |
| T20I Debut | - |
| Jersey No | 07 |
| Batting Style | RH |
| Bowling Style | N |
| Player Role | All-Rounder |
Shadab Khan T20 Stats
Shadab Khan's T20 stats demonstrate his all-round capabilities. In his overall T20 career, he has played 210 matches, scoring 1,648 runs at an average of 19.62 and a strike rate of 124.19. He has six half-centuries to his name, with a highest score of 77. As a bowler, he has taken 287 wickets at an impressive average of 18.88 and an economy rate of 7.11, showcasing his ability to contain runs and take wickets consistently.
In T20Is, Shadab Khan has become a vital part of Pakistan's bowling attack. He has taken 106 wickets in 84 matches, with an average of 21.54 and an economy rate of 7.11. He holds the record for being the fastest Pakistani bowler to reach 50 T20I wickets, achieving the feat in just 34 matches. In the PSL, Shadab Khan has been a consistent performer for Islamabad United, contributing with both bat and ball. His leadership qualities have also been evident, guiding the team to victory in the 2024 season. Shadab Khan has the record for most wickets (21) in a single PSL season (2020) by a Pakistani bowler.
Batting Stats Overall
| MAT | INN | Runs | HS | AVG | SR | 50's | 100's | 4's | 6's |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | 47 | 632 | 52 | 19.15 | 141.39 | 1 | 0 | 43 | 31 |
Batting Stats vs Opponent
| Team | MAT | INN | Runs | HS | AVG | SR | 50's | 100's | 4's | 6's |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 5 | 5 | 108 | 36 | 27 | 124.14 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 3 |
| Australia | 10 | 10 | 38 | 29 | 9.5 | -0.01 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Bangladesh | 7 | 7 | 21 | 21* | 0 | -0.01 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| England | 10 | 10 | 80 | 36* | 20 | -0.04 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ICC World XI | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| India | 4 | 4 | 15 | 10 | 7.5 | -0.02 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Ireland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0* | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Namibia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0* | 0 | -99 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Netherlands | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4* | 0 | 200 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| New Zealand | 24 | 24 | 172 | 42 | 17.2 | -0.03 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 8 |
| Scotland | 3 | 3 | 17 | 17 | 17 | -0.02 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| South Africa | 4 | 4 | 81 | 52 | 81 | 238.24 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 7 |
| Sri Lanka | 7 | 7 | 30 | 16* | 10 | -0.02 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| West Indies | 14 | 14 | 49 | 28* | 24.5 | -0.01 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Zimbabwe | 3 | 3 | 17 | 17 | 17 | -0.02 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Bowling Stats Overall
| MAT | WKT | BBF | AVG | SR | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 | 107 | 4/8 | 22.45 | 18.91 | 3 | 0 |
Bowling Stats vs Opponent
| Team | MAT | WKT | BBF | AVG | SR | 4W | 10W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 5 | 5 | 3/13 | 20.2 | 22.8 | 0 | 0 |
| Australia | 10 | 13 | 4/0 | 17 | 14.62 | 1 | 0 |
| Bangladesh | 7 | 8 | 2/20 | 22.5 | 20.25 | 0 | 0 |
| England | 10 | 14 | 3/20 | 24.29 | 16.29 | 0 | 0 |
| Hong Kong | 1 | 4 | 4/8 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| ICC World XI | 3 | 2 | 2/32 | 49.5 | 33 | 0 | 0 |
| India | 4 | 3 | 2/19 | 31 | 32 | 0 | 0 |
| Ireland | 1 | 0 | 0/54 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Namibia | 1 | 1 | 1/35 | 35 | 24 | 0 | 0 |
| Netherlands | 1 | 3 | 3/22 | 7.33 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| New Zealand | 24 | 17 | 3/0 | 33.12 | 26.82 | 0 | 0 |
| Scotland | 3 | 5 | 2/14 | 11.6 | 14.4 | 0 | 0 |
| South Africa | 4 | 4 | 2/16 | 28.25 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Sri Lanka | 7 | 5 | 1/14 | 38.4 | 30 | 0 | 0 |
| West Indies | 14 | 18 | 4/0 | 13.5 | 14.61 | 1 | 0 |
| Zimbabwe | 3 | 5 | 3/23 | 16 | 13.2 | 0 | 0 |
Shadab Khan T20 World Cup Stats
Shadab Khan has been a vital player in Pakistan's T20 World Cup campaigns, participating in three tournaments in 2016, 2021, and 2022. In the 2016 edition held in India, he played a supporting role with the ball, taking 3 wickets in 4 matches. The 2021 T20 World Cup, co-hosted by the UAE and Oman, proved to be a breakout tournament for Shadab Khan.
He emerged as one of Pakistan's leading bowlers, taking nine wickets at an impressive average of 19.00 and an economy rate of just 6.33. His ability to bowl tight spells in the middle overs and pick up crucial wickets at key moments was instrumental in Pakistan's journey to the semi-finals. Shadab Khan's all-around contributions were recognized by the ICC as he was named to the Men's T20 World Cup Team of the Tournament, a testament to his impactful performances.