Shaheen Afridi

Shaheen Afridi has quickly become one of the most feared fast bowlers in modern cricket. Known for his deadly inswinging yorkers and fiery pace, he leads Pakistan’s bowling attack across formats. This tag page brings you the latest news, stats, updates, and highlights of Shaheen Afridi from international cricket and franchise leagues.

Quick Facts About Shaheen Afridi

Attribute Details
Full Name Shaheen Shah Afridi
Date of Birth April 6, 2000
Birthplace Khyber Agency, Pakistan
Bowling Style Left-arm fast
Batting Style Left-handed
Role Fast bowler
National Team Pakistan
Current PSL Team Lahore Qalandars (Captain)
International Debut 2018 (T20I vs West Indies)

Shaheen Afridi’s International Rise

Shaheen made his debut in 2018 and quickly gained attention for his raw pace and ability to swing the ball. He picked up key wickets early in his career, but his breakout moment came during the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he became the youngest bowler to take a five-wicket haul in World Cup history.

Since then, Shaheen Afridi has grown into Pakistan’s premier fast bowler, delivering match-winning spells in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. His ability to bowl with the new ball and reverse it later makes him a complete package.

Shaheen Afridi’s Test Impact

In red-ball cricket, Shaheen has taken several five-wicket hauls and remains a key part of Pakistan’s Test plans. He swings the ball both ways and often breaks through top orders early. His tall frame allows him to generate bounce even on flat pitches.

He has been instrumental in overseas wins for Pakistan and often bowls long, aggressive spells in tough conditions.

Limited-Overs Dominance

In ODIs and T20Is, Shaheen strikes in the powerplay more often than not. He combines pace with accuracy and bowls some of the most unplayable yorkers in death overs. He starred in the T20 World Cup 2021, taking key wickets against India, New Zealand, and Australia.

Franchise Cricket and PSL Leadership

Shaheen leads Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League and has guided them to back-to-back PSL titles in 2022 and 2023. As captain, he not only leads with the ball but also inspires the squad with his fearless attitude.

Additionally, he has played in other leagues such as:

  • The Hundred (Welsh Fire)
  • Lanka Premier League
  • Afghanistan Premier League
  • T20 Blast (England)

Shaheen Afridi Career Stats

Format Matches Wickets Best Bowling Avg Economy 5W Hauls
Test 30+ 100+ 6/51 ~25.0 ~3.0 4+
ODI 60+ 100+ 6/35 ~23.5 ~5.3 3+
T20I 50+ 70+ 4/22 ~20.0 ~7.0 0
PSL 60+ 90+ 5/4 ~18.5 ~7.2 2

Note: Stats are approximate and regularly updated.

Major Achievements

  • Youngest to take 5-wicket haul in a World Cup match
  • ICC Cricketer of the Year – 2021
  • Fastest Pakistani to 100 ODI wickets
  • Captain of title-winning PSL team (2022 & 2023)
  • Player of the Tournament – PSL 2022

Shaheen Afridi’s Style & Strengths

Shaheen’s biggest weapon is his ability to swing the ball at high speed. He’s especially lethal with the new ball and often removes top-order batters within the first few overs. He’s also mastered the yorker, making him tough to face in death overs.

He brings aggression, intensity, and energy to the field. His never-give-up mindset has made him Pakistan’s go-to bowler in crunch moments.

Latest News & Updates on Shaheen Afridi

On this tag page, you’ll find all the latest updates related to Shaheen Afridi:

  • Match previews and live performances
  • Video highlights and key stats
  • Injury news and return schedules
  • Leadership updates from PSL
  • Post-match reactions and interviews

Whether it’s a thrilling spell in Test cricket or a deadly yorker in a T20 final, we cover every moment.

Why Shaheen Afridi Is a Future Legend

At just 24, Shaheen already has a career most bowlers dream of. He leads Pakistan’s pace attack, commands respect in franchise cricket, and continues to evolve with every match.

If he stays fit, Shaheen Afridi has the potential to become one of the all-time great fast bowlers—not just for Pakistan, but globally.

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