Hazratullah Zazai is an Afghan cricketer known for his explosive batting style. He was born on March 23, 1998, in Paktia, Afghanistan. Zazai made his international debut for Afghanistan in 2016 and quickly gained attention for his powerful hitting ability, particularly in the Twenty20 format.
One of his most notable performances came in a T20I match against Ireland in February 2019, where he smashed six sixes in an over, becoming only the third player in T20 cricket history to achieve this feat. This remarkable display of power hitting catapulted him into the limelight and solidified his reputation as a dangerous batsman.
Zazai primarily plays as an opening batsman and is known for his aggressive approach, often taking on bowlers right from the start of the innings. His ability to clear the boundaries with ease makes him a valuable asset in the shorter formats of the game.
Although he’s had some ups and downs in his career, Zazai remains a key player for Afghanistan in T20 cricket and continues to showcase his talent on the global stage. With his natural flair for attacking batting, he is certainly a player to watch out for in the future of Afghan cricket.