Zaman Khan, born on September 10, 2001, is a professional cricketer hailing from Pakistan and represents the Pakistan national cricket team. In September 2021, he was selected to join Northern’s squad for the 2021–22 National T20 Cup, marking his entry into domestic cricket at a national level. Zaman Khan made his Twenty20 debut on September 23, 2021, playing for Northern in the 2021–22 National T20 Cup.
In December 2022, he secured a contract with the Jaffna Kings for the 2022 Lanka Premier League, expanding his cricketing journey onto the international stage. Zaman Khan made his international debut on March 24, 2023, against Afghanistan, marking a significant milestone in his cricketing career.
Zaman Khan PSL Records & Stats
Zaman Khan has played 26 matches in the PSL. Zaman Khan has taken a total of 33 wickets, with 13 wickets in the first innings and 20 wickets in the second innings. He bowls an average of 3.1 overs per match and has a remarkable wicket-per-inning ratio of 1.3 overall, 2.1 in the first innings, and a staggering 10.0 in the second innings. Zaman has proven effective, taking wickets consistently across different match scenarios. Additionally, he has been involved in fielding, with a field-in-match percentage of 15% overall and 23% in the second innings.
| Innings | Both | 1st | 2nd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Highest Score | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Runs | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 50s | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 100s | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Run Per Inn | 1.3 | – | 1.8 |
| Run Per Match | 0.4 | – | 1.2 |
| Boundary (In Ball) | 12.0 | – | 9.0 |
| 4s (In Ball) | 24.0 | – | 18.0 |
| 6s (In Ball) | 24.0 | – | 18.0 |
| Wickets | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Over Per Match | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.1 |
| Wicket Per Inn | 1.3 | 2.1 | 10.0 |
| Wicket Per Match | 1.2 | 1.4 | 1.1 |
| Wicket (In Ball) | 15.6 | 14.4 | 16.5 |
| Wicket (In Runs) | 21.8 | 20.7 | 22.5 |
| Field In Match % | 15 % | – | 23 % |
| Catch In Match % | 11 % | – | 17 % |
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Zaman Khan Domestic and PSL Career
Zaman Khan’s journey in cricket began when he caught the eye of talent scouts during a Multan Sultans camp in 2018, paving the way for his involvement with the Pakistan Under-17 team. His skills further flourished as he represented Rawalakot Hawks in the Kashmir Premier League in 2021, where he garnered significant public attention for his performances.
In December 2021, Zaman’s talent earned him a spot in Lahore Qalandar’s squad for the seventh edition of the Pakistan Super League. His bowling prowess, characterized by a low economy rate, played a pivotal role in Lahore’s success, particularly in closely contested matches. His contributions were instrumental in Lahore Qalandars clinching their maiden title after six years, with Zaman being recognized as the ‘Emerging Player of the Season’ for his outstanding performance, which included taking 18 wickets.
Following his domestic success, Zaman’s skills attracted attention beyond Pakistan’s borders. In May 2023, he secured a contract with Derbyshire for the T20 Blast, marking his entry into English cricket. Subsequently, in August 2023, Zaman was recruited by Manchester Originals to replace Josh Little for The Hundred, further cementing his reputation as a promising talent on the international cricketing stage.