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Haider Ali

Haider Ali (UAE) is a left-arm orthodox spinner from Pakistan who found success in the UAE, known for his journey from hardship to international debut for the UAE in 2025, playing for teams like Dubai Capitals, Bangla Tigers, and representing the UAE in T20Is, excelling as a bowler with key performances, including a crucial 3/7 in a T20I series win against Bangladesh, and showcasing grit despite early struggles. 

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Full Name
Haider Ali
Born
July 5, 1994
Place Of Birth
Lahore, Pakistan
Country
United Arab Emirates
Role
Bowler
Batting Style
Left Handed Bat
Bowling Style
Slow Left-Arm Orthodox
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Stats

Match Format Date Runs BF 4s 6s SR
United Arab Emirates vs Oman · Match 99 ODI April 27, 2026 2 1 0 0 200.00
Nepal vs United Arab Emirates · Match 98 ODI April 25, 2026 8 31 0 0 25.81
Abu Dhabi vs Emirates Blues · Final List A April 10, 2026 4 5 1 0 80.00
Fujairah vs Abu Dhabi · Match 4 List A April 1, 2026 4 4 1 0 100.00
Afghanistan vs United Arab Emirates · 28th Match, Group D T20I February 16, 2026 13 12 2 0 108.33
United Arab Emirates vs Ireland · 2nd T20I T20I January 31, 2026 3 3 0 0 100.00

Matches

United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
268/7
Result
243/10
UAE won by 25 runs April 27, 2026 9:15 am
Oman Oman
Nepal Nepal
200/10
Result
163/10
NEP won by 37 runs April 25, 2026 9:15 am
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
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Key Teams

  • United Arab Emirates (National Team)
  • Dubai Capitals (ILT20)
  • Team Abu Dhabi (Abu Dhabi T10)
  • Bangla Tigers
  • Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (Pakistan domestic - past) 

International Debuts For Uae

  • T20I Debut: May 17, 2025, vs. Bangladesh in Sharjah.

  • ODI Debut: October 28, 2025, vs. USA in Dubai. 

Career Highlights & Records

  • UAE T20I: A vital part of the UAE bowling attack, taking crucial wickets, including 3/7 in the Bangladesh series win.

  • ILT20: Played a significant role for Dubai Capitals in their Season 3 triumph.

  • Overall T20s: Strong performances in franchise leagues, noted for his spin bowling.

  • First-Class (Pakistan): Debuted in 2018 for ZTB, scoring a double century (206) in 2021. 

Awards & Championships

  • Tournament Best Bowler: ILT20 leading wicket-taker (season).
  • Champion: Key player in ILT20 title victory. 

2026 T20 World Cup

  • Named in the UAE squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, highlighting his rapid rise to becoming a key player for the UAE.