Iftikhar Ahmed is a Pakistani cricketer known for his ability to hit big sixes with explosive power. |
He gained recognition as one of the most aggressive batsmen in international cricket in the early 2020s. |
Iftikhar developed a love for cricket at a young age and eventually pursued a career as a professional cricketer. |
On May 5, 2010, he played his first two-day match for Nowshehra, scoring 56 runs against Lower Dir in the Inter-District Senior Tournament. |
On October 18, 2011, he made his first-class debut for Peshawar, scoring 37 runs in the first innings during the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. |
His first List A match was on February 27, 2012, for Peshawar Panthers in the One Day National Cup Division Two Tournament where he scored 17 runs. |
Iftikhar made his debut for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Fighters on December 31, 2014, contributing 11 runs in the Pentangular Cup One Day Tournament. |
He played his T20 debut on October 12, 2010, scoring 9 runs for Peshawar Panthers in the National T20 Cup. |
Iftikhar made his Test debut on October 29, 2018, scoring 4 and 45 runs in the respective innings for Pakistan-A against Australia. |
His one-day debut for Pakistan-A was on December 16, 2014, where he scored 12 runs against Kenya at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. |
He achieved his first T20I fifty on November 5, 2019, with 62 runs against Australia. |
On February 5, 2023, he smashed 6 sixes in the final over bowled by Wahab Riaz during an exhibition PSL match for Quetta Gladiators against Peshawar Zalmi. |
Controversies have arisen regarding Iftikhar Ahmed's age, with fans questioning the accuracy of his official age. |
In his conversations, Iftikhar Ahmed often uses the term 'Bhai,' which means 'brother' in English. |
He has built a stadium in his village to provide support to underprivileged children. |