Saleem Malik
Pakistani cricketer and captain
Born
April 16th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Pakistan
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A prominent cricketer, also served as captain of the Pakistan national cricket team. Made significant contributions as a middle-order batsman over a career spanning from 1982 to 1999. Played a crucial role in leading Pakistan to victory in the 1992 Cricket World Cup. Involved in various formats of the game, including Test and One Day Internationals (ODIs). After retirement, transitioned into sports administration.
Led Pakistan to 1992 Cricket World Cup victory
Accumulated over 7,000 runs in international cricket
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