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Fakhar Zaman

Fakhar Zaman

Pakistan national team, Pakistan Navy, domestic sides, Peshawar Zalmi (PSL)

Matches

80+

Runs

4000+

Centuries

10+

fans

Millions

Biography

Fakhar Zaman is an explosive Pakistani opening batsman known for his aggressive style and match-winning abilities. A former Navy serviceman, he rose to fame with a stunning century in the final of the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy against India. Fakhar became the first Pakistani to score a double century in ODIs, with a record-breaking 210* against Zimbabwe. His fearless stroke play and ability to dominate bowlers make him a key asset in limited-overs cricket. Fakhar continues to be a crucial figure in Pakistan’s top-order across white-ball formats.

Career Highlights

17
2017

Champions Trophy Final Hero

Scored 114 vs India; named Player of the Match.

18
2018

First Pakistani to score ODI 200

Scored 210* vs Zimbabwe.

18
2018

Highest ODI Opening Partnership

304-run stand with Imam-ul-Haq – Pakistan's best.

21
2021

193 vs South Africa

Nearly chased a total alone – one of the best ODI knocks.

23
2023

Back-to-back centuries vs New Zealand

Match-winning performances in ODI series.

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Fakhar Zaman’s explosive double century vs Zimbabwe.

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Celebrating a quickfire fifty in the Asia Cup.

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Practicing his signature lofted drive in training.

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Fielding sharply on the boundary in a T20I.

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Saluting the fans after a game-changing innings.

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Bat raised after scoring a century at home ground.

Personal Information

Full NameFakhar Zaman
BornApril 9, 1990
BirthplaceKatlang, Mardan District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
TeamsPakistan national team, Pakistan Navy, domestic sides, Peshawar Zalmi (PSL)
NicknameFauji

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Major Achievements

First Pakistani to Score a Double Century in ODIs
Hero of the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy Final
Fastest to 1,000 ODI Runs for Pakistan
Most Runs in a Bilateral ODI Series for Pakistan
One of Few Pakistanis with Consecutive ODI Centuries
Consistent T20 Performer in Leagues

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Career Statistics

Test Cricket

Matches

3

Runs

192

Average

32

High Score

94

Centuries

0

Fifties

2

One Day Internationals

Matches

86

Runs

3651

Average

46.22

High Score

210

Centuries

11

Fifties

17

T20 Internationals

Matches

92

Runs

1848

Average

22.81

High Score

91

Centuries

0

Fifties

11

What Others Say

"I was not well the day before the game… he [Mickey Arthur] forced me to play. I’m pleased he did!"

Fakhar Zaman

Fakhar Zaman

Pakistan opener, recalling Champions Trophy 2017

"Death bowling and Fakhar injury hurt Pakistan,"

Mohammad Rizwan

Mohammad Rizwan

Pakistan captain, commenting on Fakhar’s injury during Champions Trophy 2025

"Once he faces 25 to 30 balls, it’s hard to stop him…"

Aaron Finch

Aaron Finch

Australia skipper, praising Conway—but often applied to Fakhar’s power-start style

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