Asadollah "Assad" Vala (born 5 August 1987) is a Papua New Guinean cricketer who serves as the captain of the Papua New Guinea national cricket team. A left-handed batsman and right-arm off spin bowler, he has represented Papua New Guinea at the international level since 2005.
Key facts
| Full name | Asadollah Vala |
|---|---|
| Date of birth | 5 August 1987 |
| Nationality | Papua New Guinean |
| Batting style | Left-handed |
| Bowling style | Right-arm off spin |
| Role | All-rounder |
| National side | Papua New Guinea |
| International debut | 2005 |
| Position | Captain, Papua New Guinea |
Background
Vala is among the most experienced cricketers from Papua New Guinea, an Associate Member of the International Cricket Council. He is an all-rounder, combining left-handed batting with off spin bowling.
Career
Vala has been part of the Papua New Guinea national team since 2005, making him one of the longest-serving members of the side. Over the course of his career he progressed to the captaincy of the national team, leading Papua New Guinea in international fixtures.
Significance
As captain of Papua New Guinea, Vala has played a central role in the development of cricket in the country, which is one of the leading cricket-playing nations in the East Asia-Pacific region. His long tenure with the side spans the period during which Papua New Guinea expanded its participation in international cricket competitions organised by the ICC.
Related topics
- Papua New Guinea national cricket team
- Cricket in Papua New Guinea
- International Cricket Council
- Associate member of the International Cricket Council
References
- Assad Vala – English Wikipedia
- Wikidata item: Q18638006