Biography
Rahmanullah Gurbaz is a dynamic Afghan cricketer known for his explosive batting at the top of the order. Born on November 28, 2001, in Nangarhar, Afghanistan, he made his international debut in 2019 and quickly gained recognition for his fearless stroke play. Gurbaz is the first Afghan to score a century on ODI debut and has been a consistent performer in T20 leagues around the world, including the IPL and BPL. As a wicketkeeper-batter, he brings energy, aggression, and promise to Afghanistan’s evolving cricketing identity.
Career Highlights
ODI Debut Century
Scored 127 vs Ireland – first Afghan to score a century on ODI debut.
T20I Ton vs Zimbabwe
Blasted a quickfire 100, becoming one of the youngest to hit a T20I century.
Key Role in World Cup Win vs England
Hit 80+ to lead Afghanistan to a historic upset over England at the 2023 WC.
IPL Debut for KKR
Signed by Kolkata Knight Riders, earning recognition in global T20 leagues.
Fastest Afghan to 1,500 T20I Runs
Reached the milestone with aggressive consistency at the top of the order.
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Gurbaz celebrates his century on ODI debut against Ireland — a moment of history.
Aggressive and fearless — Gurbaz launches a six over cover in a T20I.
Focused behind the stumps, showing off his sharp wicketkeeping skills.
Donning the KKR jersey during his debut IPL season with Kolkata Knight Riders.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz with fans in Kabul after a homecoming series win.
Pumped up after a match-winning knock in the 2023 World Cup upset vs England.