Asif Ali, born on October 1, 1991, is a Pakistani cricketer who represents the Pakistan national cricket team. In first-class cricket, he plays for Northern, while in the Pakistan Super League, Asif is a part of Islamabad United.
Asif Ali PSL Records & Stats
Asif Ali’s stats in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) highlight his consistent contributions as a middle-order batsman and occasional bowler. In 75 innings, spread across both the first and second innings, he has amassed a total of 1130 runs, with a highest score of 75. Ali has registered three half-centuries in the tournament, showcasing his ability to stabilize the innings.
With an average of 17.1 runs per innings and 15.0 runs per match, Asif has been a dependable batsman for his team. He displays a balanced approach between boundary-hitting and rotation of strike, with an average of 4.7 boundaries and 8.2 sixes per match.
While primarily known for his batting prowess, Ali has also chipped in with the ball, taking two wickets in the tournament. His involvement in the field, indicated by his catch and fielding percentages, reflects his active presence on the field.
| Innings | Both | 1st | 2nd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Highest Score | 75 | 75 | 70 |
| Runs | 1130 | 585 | 545 |
| 50s | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 100s | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Run Per Inn | 17.1 | 18.8 | 15.5 |
| Run Per Match | 15.0 | 17.7 | 12.9 |
| Boundary (In Ball) | 4.7 | 4.2 | 5.4 |
| 4s (In Ball) | 11.3 | 10.4 | 12.4 |
| 6s (In Ball) | 8.2 | 7.1 | 9.5 |
| Wickets | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Over Per Match | 0.0 | – | 0.0 |
| Wicket Per Inn | 2.0 | – | 0.0 |
| Wicket Per Match | 0.0 | – | 0.0 |
| Wicket (In Ball) | 9.0 | – | 9.0 |
| Wicket (In Runs) | 13.5 | – | 13.5 |
| Field In Match % | 49 % | 52 % | 45 % |
| Catch In Match % | 40 % | 38 % | 42 % |
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Asif Ali Domestic and T20 Career
Misbah-ul-Haq played a pivotal role in shaping Asif Ali’s cricketing journey, identifying him as a power-hitter during the 2011 Super 8 Twenty20 Cup while captaining the Faisalabad cricket team.
Ali’s talent shone through as he emerged as the leading run-scorer for Faisalabad in the 2017–18 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, amassing 369 runs in six matches. He further showcased his skills on the international stage by representing Pokhara Rhinos in the 2017 Everest Premier League.
His consistent performances earned him a spot in Punjab’s squad for the 2018 Pakistan Cup, where he emerged as the top run-scorer with 328 runs in four matches.
Ali’s prowess in T20 cricket was recognized globally as he represented various franchises, including Edmonton Royals in the Global T20 Canada tournament and Cape Town Blitz in the Mzansi Super League T20 tournament.
He continued to make significant contributions in domestic cricket, representing Sindh in the 2019 Pakistan Cup and Northern in the 2019–20 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. His talent transcended borders as he played for Dhaka Platoon in the 2019–20 Bangladesh Premier League and later represented Jamaica Tallawahs in the 2020 Caribbean Premier League.
Ali’s journey in franchise cricket continued, as he was drafted by Jaffna Stallions in the Lanka Premier League and later signed by Islamabad United for the 2022 Pakistan Super League. His reputation as a T20 specialist led to his signing by the Colombo Stars for the third edition of the Lanka Premier League in 2022.
In August 2022, Ali’s skills caught the attention of the Hobart Hurricanes, securing him a spot for the upcoming Big Bash League season, further solidifying his status as a sought-after T20 player on the global stage.