Abdullah Shafique (pronounced [əbdʊllaːɦ ʃəfiːq]; born 20 November 1999) is a Pakistani international cricketer who represents the Pakistan national cricket team across all formats. A right-handed top-order batter, he plays franchise cricket for the Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and has appeared in domestic cricket for Central Punjab and Balochistan.
Key facts
| Full name | Abdullah Shafique |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 20 November 1999 |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Batting style | Right-handed |
| Role | Top-order batter |
| National team | Pakistan (all formats) |
| Franchise (PSL) | Lahore Qalandars |
| Domestic teams | Central Punjab, Balochistan |
Background
Born on 20 November 1999, Shafique developed his game through Pakistan's domestic structure, featuring for Central Punjab and Balochistan in first-class and limited-overs competitions before progressing to international cricket.
Career
Domestic cricket
Shafique represented Central Punjab and later Balochistan in Pakistan's domestic circuit, building a record as a top-order batter that supported his elevation to the national side.
Franchise cricket
In the Pakistan Super League, Shafique plays for the Lahore Qalandars, one of the league's six franchises based in Lahore.
International cricket
Shafique has been selected to represent Pakistan in Test, One Day International, and Twenty20 International cricket, occupying a top-order batting position.
Significance
As a right-handed opener picked across all three international formats, Shafique forms part of Pakistan's batting line-up alongside the country's other top-order players, contributing in both red-ball and white-ball cricket.
Related topics
- Pakistan national cricket team
- Pakistan Super League
- Lahore Qalandars
- Central Punjab cricket team
- Balochistan cricket team
- Cricket in Pakistan
References
- Abdullah Shafique — English Wikipedia
- Wikidata:
Q47610783