Imran Khan Cricket Career

Imran Khan is a former cricketer and the current Prime Minister of Pakistan. He had an illustrious cricket career and later transitioned into politics. Here are some key stats and records associated with his cricket career:

Cricket Career Highlights:

Playing Role: All-rounder (Right-arm fast bowler, Right-handed batsman)

Test Debut: June 3, 1971, against England

Last Test Match: January 2, 1992, against Sri Lanka

One Day International (ODI) Debut: August 31, 1974, against England

Last ODI: October 25, 1992, against England

Test Cricket Stats:

  • Matches Played: 88
  • Innings: 126
  • Runs Scored: 3,807
  • Batting Average: 37.69
  • Highest Score: 136
  • Wickets Taken: 362
  • Bowling Average: 22.81
  • Best Bowling: 8/58
  • 10-Wicket Hauls: 6
  • 5-Wicket Hauls: 23

ODI Cricket Stats:

  • Matches Played: 175
  • Innings: 151
  • Runs Scored: 3,709
  • Batting Average: 33.41
  • Highest Score: 102
  • Wickets Taken: 182
  • Bowling Average: 26.61
  • Best Bowling: 6/14
  • 5-Wicket Hauls: 1

Cricket Records:

Imran Khan had a remarkable cricket career, primarily as a cricketer for Pakistan. He is considered one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the game. Some of his notable cricket achievements include:

  • World Cup Victory: Imran Khan led the Pakistan cricket team to its first-ever ICC Cricket World Cup victory in 1992.
  • Batting: He scored over 3,000 runs in Test matches and more than 3,700 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs). His highest Test score was 136.
  • Bowling: Imran was known for his fast bowling. He took over 350 wickets in Test matches and more than 180 wickets in ODIs.
  • All-Rounder: Imran Khan was celebrated for his ability to excel as both a batsman and a bowler, making him a valuable asset to the team.
  • Captaincy: His leadership on and off the field played a significant role in shaping the Pakistani cricket team. Under his captaincy, Pakistan reached new heights.

Personal Life:

  • Education and Family: Imran Khan was born on October 5, 1952, in Lahore, Pakistan. He comes from a well-educated family; his father was an engineer. He studied at Aitchison College in Lahore and later attended the University of Oxford.
  • Marriage and Children: Imran Khan has been married three times. His first marriage was to Jemima Goldsmith, which ended in divorce. His second marriage was to Reham Khan, which also ended in divorce. His third marriage was to Bushra Maneka.
  • Philanthropy: Imran Khan is known for his philanthropic work. He established the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre in Lahore, named after his mother who died of cancer. He also founded Namal University in Mianwali.
  • Political Career: Imran Khan transitioned from cricket to politics. He founded the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party in 1996. Over the years, PTI gained popularity and became a significant political force in Pakistan.
  • Prime Minister of Pakistan: After years of political involvement, Imran Khan's PTI won the general elections in 2018. He became the 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan, assuming office on August 18, 2018.
  • Social and Environmental Advocacy: Imran Khan has been an advocate for social and environmental causes. He has emphasized the importance of education and healthcare for all, as well as the need for environmental conservation.