Naseem Shah

Naseem Abbas Shah is a prodigious right-arm fast bowler who has become a focal point of Pakistan’s multi-format bowling attack. Born on February 15, 2003, in Lower Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, he made a historic international debut at just 16 years old during a Test match against Australia in November 2019. Naseem quickly etched his name into the record books as the youngest fast bowler to take a five-wicket haul in Test cricket and the youngest player ever to secure a Test hat-trick, achieved against Bangladesh in 2020. Known for his raw pace, rhythmic side-on action, and ability to swing the ball at high speeds, he has overcome early-career injuries to establish himself as a premier speedster globally, recently featuring in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

Beyond his red-ball prowess, Naseem has developed into a reliable white-ball performer and a handy lower-order batsman, famously hitting two consecutive sixes to secure a dramatic win over Afghanistan in the 2022 Asia Cup. As of early 2026, he maintains strong ICC rankings in both ODIs and T20Is, having recently represented Islamabad United in the PSL and the Desert Vipers in the ILT20. His recent international form remains sharp, with notable performances in the January 2026 T20I series against Sri Lanka and the late 2025 series against South Africa. With over 150 international wickets across formats and a growing reputation in franchise leagues like the CPL and The Hundred, Naseem continues to lead the next generation of Pakistani pace talent.