Shan Masood Khan (Urdu: شان مسعود; born 14 October 1989) is a Pakistani cricketer who has represented the Pakistan national cricket team since 2013. A left-handed batter, he has captained the side in Test matches and has also led several domestic and franchise teams during his career.
Personal information
| Full name | Shan Masood Khan |
|---|---|
| Born | 14 October 1989 |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Batting | Left-handed |
| National side | Pakistan (since 2013) |
| Test captain | Pakistan (2023–2026) |
| Teams captained | Karachi Kings, Multan Sultans, Southern Punjab, Yorkshire County Cricket Club |
Background
Shan Masood was born on 14 October 1989. He developed as a top-order left-handed batter and went on to feature in domestic cricket in Pakistan as well as in franchise and county competitions abroad.
Career
International cricket
Shan Masood has played for Pakistan since 2013. In August 2018, he was named among thirty-three players awarded a central contract for the 2018–19 season by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). He was appointed captain of Pakistan in Test cricket, leading the team in the format from 2023 to 2026.
Franchise and domestic cricket
At franchise level in the Pakistan Super League, Shan Masood has captained both Karachi Kings and Multan Sultans. In Pakistan's domestic structure he has led Southern Punjab.
County cricket
Shan Masood has also captained Yorkshire County Cricket Club in English county cricket.
Timeline
- 14 October 1989: Born.
- 2013: Began representing the Pakistan national cricket team.
- August 2018: Awarded a PCB central contract for the 2018–19 season.
- 2023–2026: Captained Pakistan in Test matches.
Significance
Shan Masood's leadership across multiple teams — national, franchise, domestic and county — places him among the more experienced captains of his generation in Pakistani cricket. His appointment as Pakistan's Test captain marked a notable phase in the country's red-ball leadership.
Related topics
- Pakistan national cricket team
- Pakistan Cricket Board
- Karachi Kings
- Multan Sultans
- Yorkshire County Cricket Club
- Pakistan Super League
References
- "Shan Masood", English Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shan_Masood
- Wikidata item:
Q7487824