Player Stats
Faheem Ashraf
All-Rounder (Spin)
Faheem Ashraf is the primary seam-bowling all-rounder in Pakistan’s 15-man squad for the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Often referred to by fans and teammates as “Rana,” he is valued for his ability to provide balance by acting as a third or fourth seamer while adding explosive power to the lower-middle order.
Player Profile
Born: January 16, 1994 (Age 32)
Role: Bowling All-rounder (Right-arm medium-fast, Left-handed batter)
Height: 5 ft 11 in
Signature Style: Known for his tidy, disciplined lines with the ball and an aggressive, fearless approach with the bat.
Recent Form & 2026 Context
Selection Rationale: Faheem was picked over other pace options like Mohammad Wasim Jr. and Abbas Afridi specifically to bolster the batting depth. With the tournament played on the potentially slower pitches of Sri Lanka, his “utility player” status is seen as a tactical advantage.
Career Best Bowling: He recently recorded his best T20I figures of 4/23 against South Africa in October 2025, proving he can still lead the attack in helpful conditions.
Batting Heroics: He showed his value in July 2025 by smashing 51 off 32 balls against Bangladesh, nearly pulling off a miraculous chase from a dire situation (15/5).
Recent Match: He last featured in the T20I series against Sri Lanka in early January 2026, where he played a cameo of 9 off 3 balls* in the final match.