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How Old is Shaheen Afridi?
Pakistan pace star — live age, birthday and a short biography.
26 years old
Born April 6, 2000 · 26 years, 5 months, 27 days
Quick biography
Shaheen Shah Afridi was born on April 6, 2000, in Landi Kotal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. A tall left-arm fast bowler, he rose quickly through age-group cricket and made his international debut as a teenager. His ability to swing the new ball at high pace made him Pakistan’s spearhead almost immediately.
He became a national hero with a devastating opening spell against India at the 2021 T20 World Cup in Dubai, removing India’s top order and setting up Pakistan’s first-ever World Cup win over India. He has since been Pakistan’s leading bowler across formats and a marquee player for Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League.
Career highlights
- ✦2018 — Makes his international debut for Pakistan as a teenager.
- ✦2019 — Takes six wickets against Bangladesh at the ODI World Cup.
- ✦2021 — Destroys India’s top order at the T20 World Cup in Dubai.
- ✦2022 — Named ICC Cricketer of the Year for his outstanding performances.
- ✦2023 — Captains Lahore Qalandars to the PSL title.
- ✦2024 — Becomes one of the fastest Pakistanis to major wicket milestones.
Personal life in brief
Shaheen comes from a family of cricketers and is married with a child. He is known for his calm demeanor and his deadly inswinging yorker.
Legacy & influence
Despite injury setbacks, he has remained Pakistan’s premier fast bowler and has taken on leadership roles in the national team. His yorkers and inswinging deliveries with the new ball are among the most feared in world cricket.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Shaheen Afridi?
Shaheen Afridi was born on April 6, 2000. This page shows his exact live age in years, months and days, recalculated every day from the verified date of birth — so the number is always up to date.
When was Shaheen Afridi born?
Shaheen Afridi was born on April 6, 2000, in Landi Kotal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
What is Shaheen Afridi famous for?
He is famous for his opening spell against India at the 2021 T20 World Cup, where his swinging deliveries dismantled India’s top order.
Which PSL team does Shaheen Afridi play for?
He plays for Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League, where he has also served as captain.
What kind of bowler is Shaheen Afridi?
He is a tall left-arm fast bowler known for swinging the new ball at high pace and bowling lethal yorkers at the death.
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