Imad Wasim

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Pakistan – Allrounder | INTL 2015-2023

Imad Wasim Profile

Imad Wasim, born on December 18, 1988, in Swansea, Wales, has emerged as one of Pakistan’s most reliable all-rounders. With his left-arm orthodox spin and aggressive middle-order batting, Imad has carved a niche for himself in the international cricket arena. Making his T20I debut in 2015 against Zimbabwe, he quickly showcased his prowess, becoming a vital cog for Pakistan in limited-overs formats. Not just a talented cricketer, Imad’s leadership qualities were evident when he captained Pakistan U-19 to the semi-finals of the 2008 World Cup. His domestic performances, especially in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), have further solidified his reputation. With numerous match-winning performances under his belt, Imad Wasim continues to be a beacon of hope for Pakistan cricket, promising even greater feats in the future.

Imad Wasim Stats

Imad Wasim Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
ODI	55	40	17	986	63*	42.86	894	110.29	0	5	91	19	12	0
T20I	66	44	12	486	64*	15.18	369	131.7	0	1	47	11	20	0
FC	77	115	24	3702	207	40.68	–	–	6	20	–	–	35	0
List A	124	99	27	2659	117*	36.93	2683	99.1	2	16	248	43	33	0
T20	312	236	82	3352	92*	21.76	2620	127.93	0	9	299	99	85	0

Imad Wasim Bowling Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
ODI	55	53	2403	1957	44	5/14	5/14	44.47	4.88	54.6	0	1	0
T20I	66	65	1356	1416	65	5/14	5/14	21.78	6.26	20.8	1	1	0
FC	77	113	8412	4392	141	8/81	12/102	31.14	3.13	59.6	6	3	1
List A	124	121	5902	4667	130	5/14	5/14	35.9	4.74	45.4	2	1	0
T20	312	304	6385	6951	282	5/14	5/14	24.64	6.53	22.6	1	1	0

Imad Wasim Recent Matches

MATCH	Bat	Bowl	Date	Ground	Format
Tallawahs vs Trinbago	19*	1/19	03-Sep-2023	Bridgetown	T20
Tallawahs vs Royals	33	1/36	31-Aug-2023	Bridgetown	T20
Tallawahs vs Amazon	63	0/27	27-Aug-2023	Basseterre	T20
Tallawahs vs Patriots	—	1/25	23-Aug-2023	Basseterre	T20
Tallawahs vs Kings	19	3/27	16-Aug-2023	Gros Islet	T20

Debut of Imad Wasim

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
ODI	Sri Lanka vs Pakistan at Colombo (RPS)	July 19, 2015	Colombo
T20I	Pakistan vs Zimbabwe at Lahore	May 24, 2015	Lahore
FC	Quetta vs Islamabad	January 12 – 14, 2007	Islamabad
LIST A	K Dolphins vs Leopards	March 11, 2006	Islamabad
T20	Hawks vs Leopards	February 26, 2006	Karachi

Notable Achievements

• Imad Wasim was the first Pakistani to grab a five-wicket haul in a T20I, achieving this against West Indies in Dubai.
• He played a significant role in Pakistan’s historic 2017 Champions Trophy campaign, where they defied all odds to lift the trophy.
• PCB conferred him with the “T20 Player of the Year” in 2017.

Style of Play

Imad Wasim is a slow left-arm orthodox bowler and a left-handed batsman. He doesn’t turn the ball much but relies on accuracy and variation in pace. He can bowl an in-slider with the new ball to right-handers, providing Pakistan with a handy option to start off the bowling attack.

International Career

Imad made his T20I debut against Zimbabwe at Gaddafi Stadium on May 24, 2015, and his ODI debut against Sri Lanka at R.Premadasa Stadium on July 19, 2015. He was also part of the 2016 T20 World Cup side for Pakistan.

IPL and Domestic Cricket Performances

Imad has played for various teams including Barisal Bulls, Karachi Kings, Jamaica Tallawahs, Comilla Victorians, Durham, Stellenbosch Kings, Winnipeg Hawks, Barbados Royals, Nottinghamshire, Chattogram Challengers, Team Green, Melbourne Renegades, Galle Gladiators, Delhi Bulls, Sylhet Strikers, Seattle Orcas, and Trent Rockets.

Future Prospects

While specific future prospects are not mentioned, given his achievements and versatility, Imad Wasim is expected to continue being a valuable asset for Pakistan in the coming years.

Trivia

• Imad Wasim was born in Swansea and initially aspired to be a doctor.
• He once flirted with the idea of being a fast bowler like Wasim Akram but eventually became a slow left-arm bowler.
• Imad has led Islamabad for a significant period and has also captained Pakistan at the age group levels.

FAQs of Imad Wasim

Q1. When did Imad Wasim make his debut for Pakistan in international cricket?

A: Imad Wasim made his T20I debut against Zimbabwe at Gaddafi Stadium on May 24, 2015, and his ODI debut against Sri Lanka at R.Premadasa Stadium on July 19, 2015.

Q2. What notable achievement did Imad Wasim accomplish in T20I cricket against West Indies?

A: Imad Wasim became the first Pakistani to claim a five-wicket haul in a T20I, achieving this feat against West Indies in Dubai.

Q3. Which teams has Imad Wasim represented in domestic and T20 leagues?

A: Imad Wasim has played for various teams including Karachi Kings, Jamaica Tallawahs, Barisal Bulls, and Nottinghamshire, among others, in domestic and international T20 leagues.