Mohammad Sami

Cricketer and fast bowler for Pakistan

Mohammad Sami - Cricketer and fast bowler for Pakistan
Born

February 24th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Pakistan

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A fast bowler debuted in international cricket in 2001. Played for the Pakistan national cricket team, participating in multiple Test and One Day International matches. Competed in the ICC Cricket World Cups in 2003 and 2007. Played domestic cricket for various teams, including Islamabad and Karachi. Established a reputation for quick pace and swing bowling throughout a career that spanned over a decade.

Debuted in Test cricket in 2001

Participated in the ICC Cricket World Cup

Played for Islamabad and Karachi in domestic leagues

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