About Najibullah Zadran
Najibullah Zadran is a vital middle-order batsman and experienced finisher for Afghanistan. Born on February 28, 1991, in Paktia Province, Najibullah’s rise to the international stage has been marked by resilience and match-winning capabilities. He debuted for Afghanistan in 2013 and quickly became known for his aggressive stroke play and ability to finish games under pressure.
Najibullah’s batting style blends power-hitting with technical proficiency. He is often relied upon to accelerate the innings in the latter stages of limited-overs games, playing crucial knocks in the T20 World Cups and Asia Cup tournaments. His aggressive yet composed approach makes him a dangerous opponent in the death overs.
He has been a part of Afghanistan’s growing success story, contributing to their ODI and T20 campaigns with important runs and crucial wickets as an occasional part-time bowler. Najibullah’s leadership qualities have been showcased in domestic and franchise leagues, where he also acts as a mentor for younger players.
In T20 franchise cricket, Najibullah has represented teams like the Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL and has been a key player in leagues such as the Caribbean Premier League and the Bangladesh Premier League. His experience and finishing skills are prized assets in the shorter formats.
Off the field, Najibullah is known for his calm demeanor and dedication to Afghan cricket’s advancement. He often engages with fans on social media and is committed to inspiring young cricketers in Afghanistan through community programs.