Saim Ayub

Cricketer

Pakistani Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

Quick Info

ProfessionCricketer
NationalityPakistani
Date of Birth24/05/2002
Age23 years
BirthplaceKarachi, Sindh, Pakistan

Latest News about Saim Ayub

29/03/2026

In the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 match against India at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, Saim Ayub delivered a crucial four-over bowling spell, taking key wickets including Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma, and Hardik Pandya. His performance significantly restricted India's scoring on a challenging pitch, playing a pivotal role in a tightly contested encounter.

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DescriptionPakistani international cricketer who plays as a left-handed batsman and right-arm off-break bowler. Known for his aggressive batting style and classical drives, with comparisons to former Pakistani star Saeed Anwar.

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 8" (173 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Personal Life

ReligionIslam

Family

FatherAyub Ahmed
SiblingsTwo older brothers

Career

Debut and Performance
  • International ODI debut on 4 November 2024 against Australia.
  • Test debut on 3 January 2024 against Australia.
  • T20 debut on 24 March 2023 against Afghanistan.
  • First-class debut in December 2020 for Sindh in Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, scoring 71 runs.
  • List-A debut on 19 March 2022 for Sindh in Pakistan Cup, scoring 57 runs.
  • T20 debut for Quetta Gladiators on 20 February 2021 in Pakistan Super League.
Jersey Number#63 (Pakistan)
Domestic Teams
  • First-class: Sindh, Karachi Whites
  • Others: Quetta Gladiators, Rangpur Riders, Peshawar Zalmi, Guyana Amazon Warriors, Karachi Whites
CoachingTrained under coach Mohammad Masroor at Rashid Latif Cricket Academy.
Batting StyleLeft-handed
Bowling StyleRight-arm offbreak
Awards
  • Player of the series (Zimbabwe vs Pakistan 2024)
  • Best Batter of the Tournament (Under-15 cricket tournament, India 2016)
  • Youngest player to score 50+ in PSL 2023

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Saim started with tape ball cricket before turning professional.
2. Initially aspired to be a pace bowler, but transitioned to batting.
3. His cricketing talent was recognized by his childhood coach at a school tournament.
4. Led the Karachi U-16 team to win titles, scoring four centuries in both seasons.
5. Gained prominence in an under-15 tournament in India in 2016, leading Pakistan to victory.
6. Made his first-class debut in December 2020, scoring 71 runs.
7. Known for his unique 'no-look shots' in PSL and CPL.
8. Made his List-A debut on 19 March 2022, scoring 57 runs.
9. Fan of Royal Challengers Bengaluru and admires Virat Kohli.
10. Debuted internationally in December 2022 during the New Zealand series.
11. Scored a significant number of runs in PSL 2023, contributing to Peshawar Zalmi.
12. On 26 November 2024, scored the second-fastest ODI century for Pakistan in 53 balls.
13. Achieved his maiden T20 half-century against South Africa in December 2024, missing a century by two runs.
14. Became the youngest player to score an ODI century against South Africa on 17 December 2024.
15. Saim started with tape ball cricket in Gulistan-e-Johar before turning professional.
16. His cricketing talent was recognized by childhood coach Mohammad Masroor at a school tournament in Karachi.
17. Led the Karachi U-16 team to win titles twice in a row, scoring four centuries in both seasons.
18. Known for his unique shots including classical drives, cheeky late cuts, unconventional scooping shots, and innovative leg flicks.
19. Achieved his maiden T20 half-century against South Africa on 13 December 2024, scoring 98 runs unbeaten and missing a century by just two runs.
20. Scored 155 runs and took 3 wickets in the Zimbabwe ODI series, earning Player of the Series award.
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