Rashid Khan’s Personal Information
Born on September 20, 1998, in Nangarhar. He is 26 years and 272 days old. His full name is Rashid Khan Arman. His role in cricket is that of a Bowling all-rounder. His batting style is right-hand band, and his bowling style is right-arm legbreak googly.
Start Profession
Rashid Khan’s professional cricket career started in 2015 when he made his international debut for Afghanistan at 17 age. He debuted in ODIs against Zimbabwe on October 18, 2015, and in T20Is against Zimbabwe on October 26, 2015. Rashid quickly became a key player, making his Test debut against India on June 14, 2018. They are known for their exceptional spin bowling skills and ability to take wickets in important positions. His talent and potential were clear from a young age, and he earned attention from cricket lovers and professionals worldwide. Rashid broke several records, including becoming the fastest bowler to take 100 wickets in ODIs, showcasing his impressive skills, and cementing his position as a rising star in international cricket.
T20 Innings
Rashid Khan has played 59 T20 innings, showcasing his skills as a bowler and an all-rounder. With the bat, he has scored 467 runs at a strike rate of 126.21 and an average of 13.73. As a bowler, Rashid has taken 161 wickets in T20s at an economy rate of 6.08, making him a useful support to his teams in various T20 leagues and international matches. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball has been key to his success in the format.
Recent Performance
Rashid Khan’s recent T20 performance in 2024 has been impressive. He played 14 T20 matches, scoring 97 runs at a strike rate of 115.4 and an average of 10.77. His highest score was 25, and he didn’t score any centuries or half-centuries. With the ball, Rashid took 31 wickets at an average of 9.58 and a strike rate of 10.25, delivering 318 balls in 14 bowling innings.
First T20 Match
Rashid Khan played his first T20 match against Zimbabwe on October 26, 2015, in a T20 International match. He takes 1 wicket for 16 runs in 2 overs. His debut match was played at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates. This marked the beginning of his successful T20 career, where he has since become one of the world’s top spin bowlers.
ODI Innings
Rashid Khan has played 114 ODI matches and batted in 87 innings, scoring 1384 runs at an average of 19.49 with a strike rate of 104.84. He has hit 5 half-centuries, with his highest score being 60, and has smashed 120 fours and 49 sixes. As a bowler, Rashid has taken 199 wickets in 106 innings at an average of 20.40, with an economy rate of 4.24, a strike rate of 28.85, and his best bowling figures of 7/18.
Recent Performance
Rashid Khan’s recent ODI performance in 2025 has seen him play 3 matches, scoring 38 runs at an average of 19.00 with a strike rate of 122.5. His highest score was 19, and he hit 5 fours and 1 six. With the ball, Rashid took 1 wicket in 2 innings at an economy rate of 6.25 and a strike rate of 120.00.
Recent ODI Performances Against Teams
Against Australia (2025): Rashid scored 19 runs off 17 balls with 2 fours and no sixes. He didn’t take any wickets in the match.
Against England (2025): Rashid scored 1 run off 1 ball and took 1 wicket for 66 runs in 10 overs.
Against South Africa (2025): Rashid scored 18 runs off 13 balls with 3 fours and 1 six. He didn’t take any wickets in the match.
First ODI Match
Rashid Khan’s first ODI match was against Zimbabwe on October 18, 2015, at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. In his debut match, Rashid bowled 8 overs, conceding 29 runs without taking any wickets. With the bat, he scored 2 runs. Despite not including a standout performance in his debut, Rashid went on to become one of the world’s top spin bowlers, known for his unique skills and record-breaking performances in ODIs.
Test Innings
Rashid Khan has played 6 Test matches and batted in 9 innings, scoring 154 runs at an average of 17.11 with a strike rate of 85.55. His highest score in Test cricket is 51, which is also his only half-century in the format. As a bowler, Rashid Khan has taken 45 wickets in 11 innings at an average of 20.44, with an economy rate of 2.96 and a strike rate of 41.42. He has taken 5 five-wicket hauls and 3 ten-wicket hauls in Test cricket.
Recent Performance
Rashid Khan’s most recent Test match was against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, where he took 11 wickets in the match (7/66 in the second innings and 4/94 in the first) to help Afghanistan win. This was his first Test match since returning from a break from the format due to injuries and workload management. He was also the highest wicket-taker of the series, despite only playing one match.
First Test Match
Rashid Khan’s first Test match was against India on June 14, 2017.
Match Details: Afghanistan’s first-ever Test match, played at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India
Rashid’s Performance: Took 2 wickets for 154 runs in India’s first innings
Series Performance: Rashid took 31 wickets in 14 innings at an average of 9.58 in the series.
Total T20 Record
Bowling Record
| Total Match | 96 | |
| Total Innings | 96 | |
| Balls | 2192 | |
| Runs | 2222 | |
| Wickets | 161 | |
| Best Bowling Innings | 5/3 | |
| Best Bowling Match | 5/3 | |
| Average | 13.80 | |
| Economy rate | 6.08 | |
| Strike Rate | 13.6 | |
| 4 Wickets | 08 | |
| 5 wickets | 02 | |
| 10 wickets | 0 |
Batting Record
| Total Match | 96 |
| Total Innings | 59 |
| Not out | 25 |
| Runs | 467 |
| High Score | 48* |
| Average | 13.73 |
| Balls Faced | 370 |
| Strike Rate | 126.21 |
| 100s | 0 |
| 50s | 0 |
| 4s | 31 |
| 6s | 28 |
| Caught | 37 |
| Stumped | 0 |
Total ODI Record
Bowling Record
| Total Match | 114 | |
| Total Innings | 106 | |
| Balls | 5741 | |
| Runs | 4060 | |
| Wickets | 199 | |
| Best Bowling Innings | 7/18 | |
| Best Bowling Match | 7/18 | |
| Average | 20.40 | |
| Economy rate | 4.24 | |
| Strike Rate | 28.8 | |
| 4 Wickets | 06 | |
| 5 wickets | 05 | |
| 10 wickets | 0 |
Batting Record
| Total Match | 114 |
| Total Innings | 87 |
| Not out | 16 |
| Runs | 1387 |
| High Score | 60* |
| Average | 19.49 |
| Balls Faced | 1320 |
| Strike Rate | 104.84 |
| 100s | 0 |
| 50s | 05 |
| 4s | 120 |
| 6s | 49 |
| Caught | 33 |
| Stumped | 0 |
Total Test Record
Bowling Record
| Total Match | 06 | |
| Total Innings | 11 | |
| Balls | 1864 | |
| Runs | 920 | |
| Wickets | 45 | |
| Best Bowling Innings | 7/66 | |
| Best Bowling Match | 11/104 | |
| Average | 20.44 | |
| Economy rate | 2.96 | |
| Strike Rate | 41.4 | |
| 4 Wickets | 02 | |
| 5 wickets | 05 | |
| 10 wickets | 03 |
Batting Record
| Total Match | 06 |
| Total Innings | 09 |
| Not out | 0 |
| Runs | 154 |
| High Score | 51 |
| Average | 17.11 |
| Balls Faced | 180 |
| Strike Rate | 85.55 |
| 100s | 0 |
| 50s | 01 |
| 4s | 18 |
| 6s | 04 |
| Caught | 0 |
| Stumped | 0 |
Captaincy Record
Rashid Khan became the youngest player to captain a national side in both Test and ODI cricket. He led Afghanistan to a win against Bangladesh, taking 11 wickets and scoring a half-century in the same match. Rashid Khan has captained Afghanistan in T20Is, including in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, and has taken 14 wickets in 8 matches at an average of 9.58. Rashid Khan was the vice-captain of the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and helped the team win their first-ever title in 2022.
All-Rounder
Rashid Khan’s all-rounder performance is impressive across various formats. Here are some key points:
Batting Performance
Test Cricket: Rashid Khan has scored 154 runs in 9 innings at an average of 17.11, with a highest score of 51 and a strike rate of 85.55. He hit 18 fours and 4 sixes in Test cricket.
ODI Cricket: He has scored 1384 runs in 87 innings at an average of 19.49, with 5 half-centuries and a highest score of 60. Rashid Khan’s strike rate in ODIs is 104.84, with 120 fours and 49 sixes.
T20 Cricket: Rashid Khan has scored 467 runs in 59 innings at an average of 13.73, with a highest score of 48 and a strike rate of 126.21. He hit 31 fours and 28 sixes in T20 cricket.¹ ²
Bowling Statics
Test Cricket: Rashid Khan has taken 45 wickets in 11 innings at an average of 20.44, with 5 five-wicket hauls and a best bowling figure of 7/66.
ODI Cricket: He has taken 199 wickets in 106 innings at an average of 20.40, with 5 five-wicket hauls and a best bowling figure of 7/18.
T20 Cricket: Rashid Khan has taken 161 wickets in 96 innings at an average of 13.80, with 2 five-wicket hauls and a best bowling figure of 5/3.
Pakistan Super League(PSL)
Rashid Khan has been a key player for the Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). He joined the team in 2021 and played key roles with both ball and bat. Rashid is known for his economical bowling and wicket-taking skills. In the PSL 2021 season, he impressed with a 5-wicket haul against Peshawar Zalmi. He also played a big role in helping Lahore Qalandars win the PSL 2023 title. His strong performances made him one of the top overseas players in the league. He did not participate in PSL 10 because he was playing in the IPL for the Gujarat Titans.
Indian Premier League
Rashid Khan played 15 matches in IPL 2025, scoring 40 runs at an average of 8.00 with a highest score of 12. His strike rate was 142.8, hitting 2 fours and 3 sixes. As a bowler, Rashid Khan took 9 wickets in 15 matches at an average of 57.11 with a strike rate of 36.66. He delivered 330 balls, conceding 514 runs with a best bowling figure of 2/25. In the first 10 matches of IPL 2025, he managed only 7 wickets, which is a significant drop from his 27 wickets in IPL 2023. He was drafted by the Gujarat Titans in 2022 and played a crucial role in their title-winning campaign. He was retained by the team for the 2025 season for ₹18 crore.
Conclusion
Rashid Khan is a highly experienced cricketer from Afghanistan. He is known for his exceptional spin bowling skills and has completed many impressive records throughout his career. Rashid Khan has played for various teams, including the Afghanistan national team and several league teams. He has shown remarkable talent, loyalty, and leadership, making him one of the world’s top cricketers. His achievements and records showcase his love for the mark, and he continues to encourage fans globally with his outstanding performances.
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