Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Date of Birth | 04/10/1998 |
| Age | 28 years |
| Birthplace | Mianwali (Northwest Punjab), Pakistan |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Shadab Khan
Shadab Khan was named Player of the Tournament as Antigua and Barbuda Falcons won their maiden Caribbean Premier League title, beating Jamaica Kingsmen by eight wickets in the final at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown. He had earlier taken a hat-trick in the Qualifier 1 win over Guyana Amazon Warriors. He described the campaign as a timely boost as he works to regain form ahead of a possible return to international cricket.
Shadab Khan announced the birth of his first child, a daughter, sharing the news publicly in August 2025. Reports said he and his wife Malaika Saqlain welcomed their baby girl after marrying in 2023, marking a major personal milestone for the cricketer. The news was presented as a family announcement rather than a cricketing achievement.
Shadab Khan underwent successful shoulder surgery in July 2025 after dealing with a shoulder injury. He confirmed that rehabilitation would follow and requested supporters to pray for his recovery. The injury had already affected his availability for national team selection.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname(s) | Shaddy |
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| Famous for | Being one of the few Pakistani cricketers to perform best under extreme pressure |
| Role | All-rounder (right-arm leg spin, right-handed batter) |
| International Debut Year | 2017 |
| Notable Captaincy | Captain of Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm (5' 8") |
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| Weight | 65 kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Hazel Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 23/01/2023 |
| Children | One daughter (born 2025) |
Relationships & More
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Ashreena Safia |
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Family
| Wife/Spouse | Malaika Saqlain (Saqlain Mushtaq's daughter) |
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| Brother | Mehtab Khan |
| Father | Syed Khawar Raza (school principal) |
| Mother | Naureen Khawar (teacher) |
| Father-in-law | Saqlain Mushtaq |
Career
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| Coach/Mentor | Sajjad Ahmed | ||||||
| Nature on Field | Funny | ||||||
| Batting Style | Right-Handed | ||||||
| Bowling Style | Right-arm Leg Break | ||||||
| Favourite Shot | Lofted Drive | ||||||
| Favourite Ball | Googly | ||||||
| Favourite Inning | Against Sri Lanka at Abu Dhabi in 2017 | ||||||
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Favourites
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| Sport | Football |
| Cricket Ground | Kensington Oval (Barbados) |
| Football Club | Real Madrid |
| City | Karachi |
| Travelling Destination | New Zealand |
| Food | Achaar Gosht |
| Film | Bol (Lollywood) |
| Singer | Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan |
| Song | Dillagi |
Style Quotient
| Cars Collection | Honda Civic |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shadab Khan is a leg spinner and lower-order batter for the Pakistan National team. | |
| 2. His childhood coach's advice to be an all-rounder greatly influenced his success in cricket. | |
| 3. Shadab's bowling strategy involves making it challenging for batters by varying the line and trajectory of his deliveries. | |
| 4. In 2021, he was appointed as the vice-captain of the Pakistan team for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. | |
| 5. He has drawn comparisons to legendary Pakistani spinners such as Abdul Qadir, Mushtaq Ahmed, Shahid Afridi, and Yasir Shah. | |
| 6. During the 2023 Asia Cup, Shadab Khan displayed sportsmanship by tying Hardik Pandya's shoelaces as a symbolic gesture. |
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