Zia-ur-Rehman

Zia-ur-Rehman is a Slow left-arm orthodox Bowler, who was born on Dec 30, 1997, and has played for Afghanistan Under-19, Afghanistan, Chattogram Royals, Afghanistan A, Afghanistan Emerging, Mis-e-Ainak Region, Amo Region, Bost Defenders, Kabul Eagles, Mis-e-Ainak Knights, Paktia Panthers, Maiwand Defenders, Pamir Legends, Hindukush Strikers, Pokhara Avengers, Maiwand Champions, Mahipar Stars teams so far.

Talking about Test career, Zia-ur-Rehman has taken a total of 13 wickets in 5 matches and 10 innings.

In One Day Internationals (ODIs), Zia-ur-Rehman has taken a total of 0 wickets in 1 matches and 1 innings.

In the latest Test encounter in Afghanistan and Bangladesh in UAE, One-off Test, 2026 against Bangladesh at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi on Oct 09, 2026, the bowler delivered a disciplined spell, showcasing control and tactical awareness. Bowling 19 overs, Zia-ur-Rehman picked up 0 wickets while conceding 77 runs at an economy rate of 4.05.

Operating during key phases of the innings, Zia-ur-Rehman maintained tight lines and lengths, making it difficult for batters to score freely.

The performance came during the Afghanistan and Bangladesh in UAE, One-off Test, 2026, where conditions often demand adaptability and precision. Zia-ur-Rehman ability to mix pace and extract assistance from the surface played a key role in restricting the opposition.

Even when wickets didn’t come in clusters, Zia-ur-Rehman spell ensured scoreboard pressure was maintained.