Mushtaq Ahmed
Cricketer and coach, spin bowling expert
Born
June 28th, 1970
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Pakistan
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This individual represented Pakistan in international cricket as a leg-spin bowler. Played in 52 Test matches and 144 One Day Internationals from 1989 to 2002. Achieved significant success as a bowler, taking a total of 1,300 international wickets. After retiring from playing, transitioned to coaching, contributing to the development of spin bowlers within various national teams. Worked with various domestic cricket teams and served as a coach for the Pakistan national cricket team.
Played 52 Test matches for Pakistan
Took over 1,300 international wickets
Coached various national teams and players
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