Faheem Ashraf

Faheem Ashraf, full name Rana Faheem Ashraf, was born on January 16, 1994, in Phool Nagar, Kasur, Punjab, Pakistan. He is a dynamic all-rounder known for his left-handed batting and right-arm medium-fast bowling. Ashraf made a striking entry into international cricket with his aggressive batting style, beginning with an unbeaten 64 runs off 30 balls in a warm-up match leading into the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy. He made his ODI debut in June 2017 against Sri Lanka and his T20I debut in September 2017 in the Independence Cup against a World XI.

One of Faheem Ashraf's major career achievements is becoming the first Pakistani bowler to take a hat-trick in a T20 International, which he accomplished in October 2017 against Sri Lanka. In domestic cricket, he has been a standout performer in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), notably winning the Best Bowler award in 2018 while playing for Islamabad United. Apart from his bowling accolades, Ashraf has been praised for his power-hitting ability lower down the order, making him a valuable asset in limited-overs cricket. He made his Test debut against Ireland in May 2018 and has since contributed consistently across formats. Faheem Ashraf continues to be a vital member of Pakistan’s cricket team, known for his aggressive all-round capabilities and cricketing intellect.