Imran Farhat

Pakistani cricketer, Test and ODI player

Imran Farhat - Pakistani cricketer, Test and ODI player
Born

May 20th, 1982
42 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Pakistan

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Debuted in international cricket in 2003. Played in 81 One Day Internationals and 43 Test matches for the Pakistan national team. Part of the team during various tours and World Cups, contributing to batting line-ups. Has been a part of several domestic teams, including Lahore, Karachi, and Sialkot. Known for his role as an opener and for his performances in limited overs cricket.

Played 81 ODIs and 43 Tests for Pakistan

Was a member of the team during the 2007 Cricket World Cup

Scored a century in Test cricket against Zimbabwe

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