Mohammad Shahzad
Name: Mohammad Shahzad
Position: Wicket Keeper-Opener
Number: 77
Age: 37
Height: 5′ 3

About Mohammad Shahzad

Mohammad Shahzad is one of the most entertaining and explosive cricketers ever produced by Afghanistan. A powerful right-handed opening batsman and wicketkeeper, Shahzad is known for his aggressive batting style and unorthodox shot selection. His talent lies in his ability to dominate bowlers from the first ball, often giving Afghanistan flying starts in T20Is and ODIs. Shahzad was the first Afghan player to score a T20I century and has multiple centuries across formats. His fearless attitude, big-hitting abilities, and energetic personality have made him a fan favorite, both in Afghanistan and in global T20 leagues. Debuting in 2009, Shahzad quickly made a name for himself with his aggressive approach at the top of the order. He is capable of dismantling bowling attacks in the powerplay with his fearless hitting, often giving Afghanistan fiery starts in both ODIs and T20Is. His batting is a unique blend of raw power and unorthodox stroke play, which makes him a fan favorite and a nightmare for bowlers. As a wicketkeeper, Shahzad is agile and vocal, contributing energy behind the stumps and bringing valuable experience to the squad. He has several international centuries to his name and holds numerous records for Afghanistan, including being their first player to score a double century in first-class cricket. Despite facing fitness and disciplinary challenges during his career, Shahzad remains one of Afghanistan’s most iconic and influential cricketers, symbolizing the fearless brand of cricket that the country has become known for.