Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Nepali |
| Date of Birth | 04/10/1997 |
| Age | 28 years |
| Birthplace | Muli Naya Tole, Birgunj Metropolitan City-12, Nepal |
Latest News about Aarif Sheikh
03/03/2025
Aarif Sheikh became the 6th player to reach 1000 runs in Nepal's domestic List-A tournament, the PM Cup, in March 2025. This milestone highlighted his consistency and his role as a key batting allrounder in Nepali cricket.
02/01/2025
Aarif Sheikh married Shabana Khatoon on January 2, 2025. The wedding marked a major personal milestone for the Nepalese cricketer, who continues to play internationally and in domestic competitions.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Md Aarif Sheikh |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm |
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| Weight | 70 Kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 02/01/2025 |
Family
| Father | Mohammad Salam Sheikh |
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| Mother | Sama Praveen |
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| Spouse | Shabana Khatoon |
Career
| International Debut |
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| Coach/Mentor | Monty Desai | ||||
| Batting Style | Right handed | ||||
| Bowling Style | Right arm Medium | ||||
| Jersey Number | #24 (Nepal) | ||||
| Favourite Shot | Square Cut | ||||
| FavouriteShot | Square Cut |
Favourites
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| Food | Biryani |
| Colour | Black |
| Salary/Income | Rs 15 lakh (from 2024 NPL contract) |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/aarif24/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/thisoc22222 | |
| https://x.com/AarifCric |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Aarif developed a passion for cricket from a young age, supported by his father who provided him with cricket kits and attended his matches. | |
| 2. He grew his skills in local cricket tournaments before representing Nepal in international competitions. | |
| 3. In December 2013, he played for Nepal in the 2014 ACC Under-19 Asia Cup. | |
| 4. Aarif trained at Just Cricket Academy in Bangalore alongside Karan KC for 10 days prior to the 2014 ICC World Cricket League Division Three tournament. | |
| 5. He was a key player in Nepal's first ODI match in 2018 against the Netherlands. | |
| 6. Aarif contributed to Nepal's win, earning a Bronze medal at the 2019 South Asian Games in Kathmandu/Pokhara. | |
| 7. In September 2020, the Cricket Association of Nepal awarded him a central contract. | |
| 8. In January 2021, after an ankle injury, he demonstrated resilience by returning to the field to help his team achieve a draw in a subsequent match. | |
| 9. Despite a spat involving his brother that affected his playtime, he proved his worth by leading the team to victory in a T20I series against the UAE. | |
| 10. After Nepal's triumph in the ICC World Cup Cricket League-2 series in March 2023, he and his brother received motorcycles from the Mayor of Birgunj as a reward. | |
| 11. Aarif was acquired by Sudurpaschim Royals for Rs 1.5 million in the 2024 Nepal Premier League, playing 9 matches and scoring 69 runs. | |
| 12. In November 2024, he entered into a sponsorship agreement with KTM Diamond Cricket. | |
| 13. By March 2025, he became the 6th player to reach 1000 runs in Nepal's domestic List-A tournament, the PM Cup. | |
| 14. Aarif has also signed multiple advertisement deals with brands such as Tecno and Vianet. |