Noor Ahmad began playing tape-ball cricket at the age of 4-5 with friends. |
Despite being a school topper, his father initially discouraged a cricket career, but his brother convinced him otherwise. |
He was inspired by Rashid Khan, who debuted for Afghanistan around the time Noor pursued cricket seriously. |
Noor's bowling strength lies in his speed, ranging around 115-120 kph. |
He debuted in the Shpageeza Cricket League in 2019. |
At just 15, he participated in the Big Bash League 2020-2021. |
He attempted to enter the IPL auction at the age of 14 but went unsold. |
In the 2021 IPL, he served as a net bowler for CSK and was acquired by the Gujarat Titans for Rs 30 lakhs in 2022. |
Notably, he claimed 2 wickets in the IPL 2023 final, contributing to GT's victory. |
During the 2023 ODI World Cup, he took 5 wickets, making a significant impact with a best of 3 for 49 against Pakistan. |
At 18 years and 9 months, he was the youngest participant in the 2023 ODI World Cup. |
He received a 12-month ban from the UAE’s ILT20 for not signing a retention notice in February 2024. |
He played in the 2024 T20 World Cup in the USA and West Indies, securing 1 wicket in 7 matches. |
In 2024, he celebrated a CPLT20 championship with the St. Lucia Kings. |
During the 2025 IPL auction, CSK acquired him for Rs 10 crores, 5 times his base price. |