History of Asif Afridi in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 21, 2025

Asif Khan Afridi is a Pakistani international cricketer who debuted in Test cricket at the relatively late age of 38, playing against South Africa in Rawalpindi in October 2025.

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1952: Amir Elahi Debut

In 1952, Amir Elahi debuted at 44 against India.

1955: Miran Bakhsh Debut

In 1955, Miran Bakhsh debuted at the age of 47 against India.

December 1986: Asif Afridi's Birth

In December 1986, Asif Khan Afridi was born. He later became a Pakistani international cricketer.

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2009: First-Class Debut

In 2009, Asif Afridi made his first-class debut in cricket. He hails from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and has represented regional teams.

2017: Quaid-e-Azam Trophy

In 2017, Asif Afridi played in the 2017–18 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy and was the leading wicket-taker for FATA, with 30 dismissals in seven matches.

2018: Leading Wicket-Taker

In 2018, Asif Afridi was the leading wicket-taker for FATA in the 2018–19 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, with thirty dismissals in seven matches.

2020: Pakistan Cup

In 2020, Asif Afridi was named in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's squad for the 2020–21 Pakistan Cup.

January 2021: Named in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Squad

In January 2021, Asif Afridi was named in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's squad for the 2020–21 Pakistan Cup.

March 2022: Named in Pakistan's Squads

In March 2022, Asif Afridi was named in Pakistan's One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 International (T20I) squads for their series against Australia.

February 2023: Banned by PCB

In February 2023, Asif Afridi was banned by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) from all cricket for two years for failing to report an approach to engage in corrupt conduct during the National Twenty20 Cup. The ban was later reduced to one year.