Introduction
Not each cricketing hero comes from a big united states or a famous academy. Some upward push from locations where cricket is performed in dusty streets, where dreams are bigger than stadiums. Mohammad Shahzad is one of these uncommon gamers who introduced joy, fire, and flair to Afghanistan cricket when the sector slightly knew their team existed
Personal Info Table
| What you need to know | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mohammad Shahzad Mohammadi |
| Date of Birth | January 10, 1988 |
| Age (2025) | 37 years |
| Birthplace | Nangarhar, Afghanistan |
| Batting Style | Right-handed |
| Bowling (part-time) | Right-arm offbreak |
| Primary Role | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| ODI Debut | 2009 vs Netherlands |
| T20I Debut | 2010 vs Ireland |
| Test Debut | 2018 vs India |
👉 He wasn’t just a cricketer. He was a walking celebration.
Mohammad Shahzad:Test Stats Table
He played just 2 Tests. But trust me, being part of Afghanistan’s first-ever match was historic — and he did his part.
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Best | 100s | 50s | Avg | SR | Catches | Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 | 69 | 61 | 0 | 1 | 17.2 | 57.0 | 2 | 1 |
🔍 He may not be a Test giant, but he stood tall that day vs India.
Mohammad Shahzad: ODI Stats Table
This is where he came alive — smashing new balls, pulling pacers, and dancing down the track. Classic Shahzad.
| Matches | Runs | Best | 100s | 50s | Avg | SR | Catches | Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 2727 | 131 | 6 | 14 | 33.6 | 87.3 | 56 | 18 |
📢 Six centuries in 84 matches? That’s no fluke, that’s consistency.
Mohammad Shahzad: T20I Stats Table
Let’s be honest — T20 was his playground. He had fun, fans had fun, and bowlers… not so much.
| Matches | Runs | Best | 100s | 50s | Avg | SR | Catches | Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 2015 | 118* | 1 | 12 | 30.2 | 134.8 | 28 | 12 |
🔥 That 118 knock vs Zimbabwe? Straight fire.*
IPL Stats Table
This one hurts. Shahzad and IPL could’ve been a blockbuster — but it didn’t happen.
| Year | Team | Matches | Runs | Base Price | Sold? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | None | 0 | – | ₹50 Lakh | No |
😔 He deserved a chance. He really did.
Highlights Table
Some players have trophies. Shahzad has moments. The kind fans remember.
| Year / Event | Highlight |
|---|---|
| 2016 (vs ZIM) | 118* in T20I — iconic performance |
| 2018 (vs IND) | Part of Afghanistan’s first-ever Test |
| 2019 Qualifiers | Helped Afghanistan qualify for the World Cup |
| T20I Milestone | First Afghan with 2000+ T20I runs |
| ODI Dominance | 6 centuries, consistent top-order contributor |
| Global Leagues | Played in BPL, APL, T10 — crowd favorite |
💬 The guy had a knack for turning cricket matches into showtime.
Full Career Summary
One quick table — everything in one look. His career across formats:
| Format | Matches | Runs | Best | 100s | 50s | Avg | SR | Catches | Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 2 | 69 | 61 | 0 | 1 | 17.2 | 57.0 | 2 | 1 |
| ODI | 84 | 2727 | 131 | 6 | 14 | 33.6 | 87.3 | 56 | 18 |
| T20I | 70 | 2015 | 118* | 1 | 12 | 30.2 | 134.8 | 28 | 12 |
| IPL | 0 | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
Final Words
He was raw. He was unpredictable. But above all, he was entertaining. Mohammad Shahzad made cricket fun — especially for a rising nation like Afghanistan.
He may not be the biggest name in world cricket, but for millions of Afghan fans, he was their MS Dhoni.
