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Shiraz Khan
Name: Shiraz Khan
Position: All Rounder
Number: 88
Age: 30
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About Shiraz Khan

In the fast-rising Kuwait national team, Shiraz Khan has quietly built a reputation as one of its most dependable and versatile all-rounders. Whether it's steadying the innings with the bat or bowling vital overs in the middle stages, Shiraz is the kind of player every team wants—consistent, composed, and always ready to contribute. Born in India and raised in Kuwait, Shiraz’s early cricketing days were shaped by backyard games and community tournaments that taught him the basics of grit and resilience. What began as a childhood hobby gradually evolved into a serious passion, and he was soon making waves in Kuwait’s domestic scene as a solid middle-order batter and an off-spinner with a golden arm. As a batsman, Shiraz brings stability to the middle order. He has a knack for reading game situations—knowing when to rebuild, rotate strike, or accelerate. He isn’t flashy, but he’s effective. His ability to anchor innings has been critical in T20 matches, especially when early wickets fall. One of his finest knocks came during the ICC T20 World Cup Asia Qualifiers, where he scored a gritty 47 against the Maldives, anchoring the innings and guiding Kuwait to a defendable total. With the ball, Shiraz is deceptively clever. His off-spin might not turn square, but he mixes up his pace and flight subtly, often forcing batters into false strokes. He thrives in the middle overs, squeezing opposition run rates and picking up key wickets with his tidy, disciplined spells. What truly sets Shiraz apart is his cricketing intelligence. He’s the kind of player who’s always thinking ahead—planning his next over, advising his captain on field placements, and mentoring younger teammates. His presence adds balance to the side and reassurance during crunch moments. Off the field, Shiraz is known for his humble, grounded nature. He’s deeply involved in Kuwait’s grassroots cricket, regularly participating in training camps, mentoring young cricketers, and promoting the spirit of the game. His discipline and humility have made him a respected figure both within the team and in the broader cricketing community. For Kuwait, Shiraz Khan is the engine room of reliability—an all-rounder in the truest sense, whose contributions often shape the outcome of a match, even if they don’t always make headlines.