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Sufiyan Muqeem

Sufiyan Muqeem is a young Pakistani left-arm wrist-spin bowler and left-handed batsman, born November 15, 1999, known for his unique bowling style, aggressive batting, and recent record-breaking T20I performance (5/3 vs. Zimbabwe). He has played for Pakistan, Peshawar Zalmi, Northern, Pakistan Shaheens, and other domestic/franchise teams, establishing himself quickly with impressive T20I figures and ODI debut, despite knee surgery setbacks. 

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Full Name
Sufiyan Muqeem
Born
November 15, 1999
Role
Bowler
Batting Style
Left Handed Bat
Bowling Style
Left-arm Wrist Spin
Nationality
Pakistan
Country
Pakistan
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Stats

Match Format Date Runs BF 4s 6s SR
Peshawar Zalmi vs Lahore Qalandars · Match 19 T20 April 11, 2026 1 2 0 0 50.00
Karachi Region Whites vs Sialkot Region · 1st Semi-Final T20 March 17, 2026 1 1 0 0 100.00
Sialkot Region vs Karachi Region Blues · Match 4 T20 March 8, 2026 6 6 1 0 100.00
Pakistan A vs England Lions · 1st Unofficial ODI List A February 27, 2026 3 9 0 0 33.33
Pakistan A vs England Lions · 2nd T20 T20 February 22, 2026 0 1 0 0 0.00
Pakistan A vs England Lions · 1st T20 T20 February 20, 2026 1 1 0 0 100.00

Matches

Peshawar Zalmi Peshawar Zalmi
130/5
Result
129/10
PZ won by 5 wickets May 3, 2026 8:30 pm
Hyderabad Kingsmen Hyderabad Kingsmen
Kent Kent
352/10 & 335/10
Result
304/10 & 158/10
KEN won by 225 runs May 1, 2026 3:30 pm
Derbyshire Derbyshire
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Recent International Matches

  • Last T20I: September 14, 2025, vs. India (Dubai).
  • Last ODI: August 8, 2025, vs. West Indies (Tarouba). 

International Debuts

  • T20I Debut: October 3, 2023, vs. Hong Kong (Asian Games).
  • ODI Debut: December 22, 2024, vs. South Africa (Johannesburg). 

Career Highlights & Records

  • Record-Breaking Spell: Best T20I figures for Pakistan (5 wickets for 3 runs) against Zimbabwe in December 2024, also a world record for fewest runs conceded in a men's T20I five-wicket haul.
  • Emerging Asia Cup: Took 8 wickets in 3 matches in a previous edition, including 3/66 in the final against India.
  • Injury: Underwent knee surgery in January 2024 but made a strong comeback. 
  • Notable Performance: Set a record for best T20I figures by a Pakistani bowler (5/3) in late 2024.

Team Played For

  • National Team: Pakistan
  • Domestic/Franchise Teams:
    • Peshawar Zalmi (PSL)
    • Northern (Domestic)
    • Pakistan Shaheens (Emerging)
    • Dolphins (Domestic)
    • Lahore Region Whites
    • Engro Dolphins
    • Eshaal Associates
    • Peshawar Region
    • Khan Research Laboratories (KRL)
    • Abu Dhabi Knight Riders (ILT20)
    • UAE Bulls