Yasir Shah Profile

Yasir Shah Profile

Yasir Shah is a cricketer, who comes from the city of Swabi which borders Afghanistan. Predominantly a leg-spinner who can also bat a bit, he is a big fan of Shane Warne and hopes to emulate him. He made his First-Class debut at the age of 15, but a chance to represent the national team came nine years later when Pakistan faced Zimbabwe in a three-match ODI series in 2011. He picked up two wickets in the match. Yasir, has also represented Pakistan 'A' and a host of other domestic sides. 

The suspension of Ajmal due to suspect bowling action, meant that Yasir got a chance to showcase his skills. The leg-spinner was drafted into the side for the Test series against Australia and New Zealand, he made his debut in Dubai and picked seven wickets in the game. He played the perfect foil to the experienced Zulfiqar Babar, sometimes even doing better than the seasoned campaigner. In the five Tests that he played, Yasir picked up 27 wickets, including his maiden five-wicket haul versus New Zealand. 

Even though he has not played ODI cricket for a while, the selectors have showed immense faith in him and have named him in the 2015 World Cup squad. He along with Shahid Afridi will be expected to do well in the World Cup. 

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