Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Gul |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Sheikh Amir High School, Khost Province |
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| College/University | Not attended |
| Educational Qualifications | He has studied till 12th standard at the Sheikh Amir High School, Gurbuz. |
Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Marital Status | Unmarried |
Relationships & More
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
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Family
| Father | Retired high school principal | ||||
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| Mother | Homemaker | ||||
| Siblings |
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| Spouse | N/A | ||||
| Children | N/A |
Career
| International Debut |
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| Jersey Number | #21 (Afghanistan), #21(KKR in IPL) | ||||
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| Coach/Mentor | Mohammad Khan Zadran | ||||
| Batting Style | Right-handed | ||||
| Bowling Style | Does not bowl |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz is an Afghan cricketer who has played in T20 World Cups and various tournaments. He was the first Afghan to score an ODI century on debut and has competed in multiple T20 leagues worldwide. | |
| Gurbaz transitioned from football to cricket after being inspired by visiting cricketers Nawroz Mangal and Noor Ali Zadran. Supported by his friend, Qadir Gurbaz, he began playing cricket in his neighborhood. | |
| His cricket journey started at Mohammad Khan Zadran Club in 2014. Despite family opposition, he worked as a daily laborer to earn money for his cricket kit. | |
| Gurbaz's dedication led him to Mis Ainak Region and national youth teams. He scored his maiden T20I half-century against Zimbabwe in 2019. | |
| He has played in various T20 leagues globally for teams like Paktia, Khulna Tigers, and Islamabad United. Known for his power-hitting, he has impressive performances in leagues and international matches. | |
| Gurbaz scored his maiden ODI century against Ireland in 2021 and performed well in T20 World Cups. He was part of the IPL and set records with his batting prowess. | |
| In 2023, he debuted for Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL, showcasing solid performances. His favorite cricketer is AB de Villiers, and he enjoys reading motivational books in his spare time. |
