Najibullah Zadran, Afghanistan

Najibullah Zadran is an Afghanistan cricketer who plays for the team Afghanistan. Najibullah Zadran was born on Feb 18, 1993; and as of 2026, He is 33 years old. Najibullah Zadran is a batter from Afghanistan and bats left handed. In his Test career to date, Najibullah Zadran has played matches to date in his Test career and has scored 0 runs, with an average of . Najibullah Zadran has hit 0 fours and sixes in his Test career.On Jan 1970, he played his recent Test match against at , scoring runs off balls. In Najibullah Zadran's ODI career, He has played 92 matches to date in his Odi career and has scored 2,060 runs, with an average of 29.01. Najibullah Zadran has hit 178 fours and 68 sixes in his Odi career.One of his recent Odi matches took place in Jan 1970 at , where He contributed runs off balls. Najibullah Zadran has played 109 matches to date in his T20 career and has scored 1,867 runs, with an average of 29.17. Najibullah Zadran has hit 129 fours and 97 sixes in his T20 career.In his most recent T20 match against Nepal at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, which took place in Jan 1970, Najibullah Zadran contributed 30 runs off 40 balls to his team's total.

Batter

Afghanistan

Najibullah Zadran

Born Feb 18, 1993 (33)

Birth Place Afghanistan

Role Batter

Batting Style Left Handed

Bowling Style Off break

Recent Matches

ODI

Afghanistan vs India

Oct 11, 2023

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

T20I

Afghanistan vs Nepal

Sep 25, 2026

Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin

Batting Career Summary

	MAT	NO	Runs	HS	AVG	SR	100s	50	4s	6s	CT	ST
ODI	92	13	2060	104	29.01	89.1	1	15	178	68	41	0
T20	109	33	1867	73	29.17	135.39	0	8	129	97	46	0

Bowling Career Summary

	MAT	Wkts	AVG	ECON	Best	5w	10w
ODI	92	0	-	6.00	9/0	0	0
T20	109	1	16.00	4.00	7/1	0	0

Najibullah Zadran's Last 10 Innings

T20 Innings

Vs Nepal	30 (40)
Vs Japan	7 (11)

Najibullah Zadran ICC Rankings

Najibullah Zadran's International Debut

ODI

Jul 5, 2012

For:Afghanistan

Vs:Ireland

Venue:Clontarf Cricket Club, Dublin

T20

Sep 19, 2012

For:Afghanistan

Vs:India

Venue:R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Teams Represented

Afghanistan International

Afghanistan Under-19 Active Afghan Cheetas Former Chattogram Royals Former Barbados Royals Former Saint Lucia Kings Former Abahani Limited Active Prime Doleshwar Sporting Club Active Dhaka Capitals Former Quetta Gladiators Former Karachi Kings Former Peshawar Zalmi Active Khulna Tigers Former Afghanistan A Active Afghanistan Emerging Active Band-e-Amir Region Former Boost Region Active Band-e-Amir Dragons Former Boost Defenders Active Speen Ghar Tigers Former Maratha Arabians Former Pakhtoons Active Vancouver Knights Active Montreal Tigers Former Winnipeg Hawks Active Kandahar Knights Active UAE Bulls Former Deccan Gladiators Former Team Abu Dhabi Former Dambulla Sixers Former Galle Marvels Active Kandy Falcons Former Chennai Brave Jaguars Former Hindukush Strikers Active Morrisville Samp Army Former Dubai Capitals Former MI Emirates Former Maiwand Champions Active NYS Lagos Active UP Nawabs Active Colombo Jaguars Active Karnali Yaks Active

Player Biography

Najibullah Zadran is a prominent figure in Afghan cricket, serving as the vice-captain of Afghanistan's Twenty20 International (T20I) team. Known for his dynamic left-handed batting and right-arm off-break bowling, Zadran has been a key asset for Afghanistan since making his international debut in July 2012.

One of Zadran's significant contributions to cricket has been his impressive T20 franchise career. His journey began when he was chosen to represent the Montreal Tigers in the inaugural edition of the Global T20 Canada tournament in June 2018. Subsequently, he participated in various T20 leagues, including the Afghanistan Premier League, Bangladesh Premier League, and the Caribbean Premier League, where he played for the St Lucia Zouks in 2020. His ability to adapt to different conditions and excel in various T20 competitions underscores his versatility as a cricketer.

In April 2021, Zadran's T20 prowess earned him a contract with the Karachi Kings for the rescheduled matches of the 2021 Pakistan Super League. His consistent performances in T20 leagues worldwide demonstrate his reliability and adaptability in the shortest format of the game.

Zadran's cricketing journey is not confined to T20 leagues; it extends to international cricket, where he has made significant contributions to Afghanistan's success. He represented Afghanistan Under-19s in the 2011 Under-19 World Cup Qualifier in Ireland, showcasing his talent on the global stage from a young age. In the domestic scene, he made his Twenty20 debut for the Afghan Cheetahs in the Faysal Bank Twenty-20 Cup. His notable performance included a half-century and his maiden wicket in the same match against Rawalpindi Rams.

On the international stage, Zadran has continued to make his mark. He was appointed captain of Afghanistan's under-23 team for the 2018 ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup in December 2018, demonstrating his leadership qualities and commitment to developing Afghan cricket. In March 2019, during the third ODI against Ireland, Zadran achieved a milestone by scoring his maiden ODI century, further establishing himself as a key player for Afghanistan.

In recognition of his consistent performances, Zadran was named in Afghanistan's 15-man squad for the 2019 Cricket World Cup. His selection for major tournaments highlights his significance in Afghanistan's cricketing landscape. Moreover, his appointment as the vice-captain of the T20I team in July 2021 underscores his leadership potential and crucial role in shaping Afghanistan's cricketing future. Zadran's journey in cricket has been characterized by adaptability, versatility, and excellence across different formats and competitions. As Afghanistan continues to make strides in international cricket, Najibullah Zadran remains a pivotal figure in their quest for success. His ability to perform under pressure and contribute significantly with bat and ball makes him a formidable asset for Afghan cricket.