Ahmed Shehzad

Pakistani cricketer with international experience

Ahmed Shehzad - Pakistani cricketer with international experience
Born

November 23rd, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Pakistan

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A notable cricketer, he debuted internationally for Pakistan in 2009. Shehzad played in all three formats of the game, showcasing skills as a top-order batsman. His performances in limited-overs cricket, particularly in One Day Internationals and Twenty20 matches, earned him recognition. He has been a part of multiple World Cup squads and participated in various domestic leagues.

Scored over 1,500 runs in ODIs

Part of the Pakistan team in the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup

Performed in the Pakistan Super League

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