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Sikandar Raza

Sikandar Raza Butt is a Pakistani-born , recognized as a versatile who bats right-handed and bowls right-arm off-spin. Born on 24 April 1986 in , , he relocated to in 2003 to pursue studies and later obtained , making his debut for the national team in 2013. Raza's early life in included aspirations to become a , which were thwarted by an eye failure, leading him to focus on while studying at in . He honed his skills playing in and during visits to , eventually qualifying to represent the latter in . His (ODI) debut came on 3 May 2013 against , followed by his (T20I) debut on 11 May 2013 against the same opponent, and Test debut on 3 September 2013 versus . Throughout his career, Raza has been a mainstay in 's teams across all formats, amassing over 8,000 runs and 215 wickets in 283 international matches as of November 2025. He captained in T20Is starting in 2022 and has been instrumental in key performances, including scoring 615 runs in ODIs and 516 in T20Is during 2022 alone. Since January 2022, as of early 2024, he had accumulated nearly 2,500 runs at an average exceeding 40, including four centuries in ODIs and T20Is, alongside 71 wickets. Among his notable achievements, Raza became the first Zimbabwean to score a T20I century on 23 October 2024, blasting an unbeaten 133 off 43 balls against Gambia in a T20 World Cup qualifier, which also helped Zimbabwe set the highest T20I total of 344/4. He is the first player to score five consecutive half-centuries in T20Is and has been nominated for the ICC Men's T20I Player of the Year award in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Additionally, Raza has featured in franchise leagues, including the Indian Premier League for Punjab Kings in 2023 and the International League T20. His consistent all-round contributions have earned praise from figures like Ricky Ponting, cementing his status as one of Zimbabwe's most impactful cricketers.

Early life

Childhood in Pakistan

Sikandar Raza was born on 24 April 1986 in , , into a Punjabi-speaking family. His father, Tasadaq Hussain Raza, owned a motor parts business that initially operated in before expanding elsewhere, and the family maintained a strong interest in , with Raza's father and uncles having aspired to play at the international level for . Growing up in modest surroundings in , a city renowned for its sporting heritage and production of talents like , Raza's early years were marked by a focus on education and discipline rather than organized sports. From a young age, Raza harbored ambitions to join the Pakistan Air Force as a fighter pilot, influenced by the structured environment of his schooling. He was one of only 60 applicants selected out of 60,000 to attend the prestigious Pakistan Air Force Public School in Lower Topa, where he studied for three years. However, his dreams were thwarted in his third year when he failed a rigorous vision test, dashing hopes of a military career and prompting a reevaluation of his future path. Despite the family's cricketing enthusiasm, Raza himself showed little initial passion for the sport during this period, prioritizing academics amid the competitive atmosphere of Sialkot. Raza's first meaningful exposure to cricket came through informal street games in , where he played with taped tennis balls alongside neighborhood children, fostering a casual familiarity with the game. These unstructured sessions, common in a region celebrated as a cradle of Pakistani talent, planted subtle seeds of interest, though Raza later recalled his childhood as dominated by studies over any serious sporting pursuits. The family's relocation to in 2003 marked a pivotal shift, ultimately channeling his energies toward a professional career there.

Immigration to Zimbabwe and education

Sikandar Raza moved to with his family in 2003 at the age of 17, following his businessman father who had relocated there earlier. Despite his limited early exposure to cricket during his childhood in Pakistan, Raza faced significant challenges upon arrival in Harare, including cultural adaptation to a new environment and initial barriers to participating in organized due to his non-citizen status. He pursued abroad, earning a in from Glasgow Caledonian University in , where he also began playing semi-professional . Upon returning to Zimbabwe after completing his studies, Raza balanced part-time work with his burgeoning cricket career while working toward residency. He gained permanent residency in 2007, which qualified him for domestic selection, and began his club cricket journey with Takashinga Cricket Club in Harare. This period marked his integration into the Zimbabwean cricket structure, setting the foundation for his professional development despite ongoing hurdles like proving his commitment as an immigrant player.

Domestic and franchise career

Zimbabwe domestic cricket

Sikandar Raza made his first-class debut for Northerns in the 2007 Logan Cup, playing against Easterns from 12 to 15 April at Mutare Sports Club. His List A debut followed shortly before, on 22 March 2007, for Northerns against Westerns at Harare Sports Club. These early appearances marked the beginning of his domestic career in Zimbabwe, where he quickly established himself as an all-rounder capable of contributing with both bat and off-spin bowling. Raza transitioned to the franchise ahead of the 2009–10 season, where he became a mainstay in the Logan Cup and other domestic competitions. His breakthrough came in the 2010–11 Logan Cup, during which he amassed 625 runs at an average of 41.66, including his maiden first-class century of 101 against . This performance highlighted his aggressive middle-order batting and useful bowling, helping secure the title that year. In one-day domestic cricket, Raza delivered consistent all-round contributions, notably scoring 245 runs at an average of 49.00 in the 2013–14 Pro50 Championship while representing . Over the subsequent years, Raza represented multiple provincial sides, including from 2011 to 2017 and from 2017 onward, before returning to . He featured prominently in Zimbabwe A tours, such as the 2017 visit to , where he scored 178 runs and took 6 wickets across four List A matches. By 2025, Raza continued to lead by example in domestic formats, captaining in key Logan Cup fixtures. He also captained during the 2023–24 Logan Cup season. His sustained presence and versatile performances have been instrumental in bolstering 's domestic structure.

International T20 leagues

Sikandar Raza made his (IPL) debut in 2023 after being acquired by for INR 50 at the . He featured in seven matches that season, scoring 139 runs at a of 141.84, including a half-century of 57 against , and claimed three wickets with his off-spin. In 2024, Raza played two more games for , adding 43 runs to his IPL tally, bringing his overall contribution to nine matches and 182 runs as an impactful middle-order . Raza extended his franchise career to the (BBL) in the 2022–23 season, joining as an overseas recruit. He delivered a notable performance with 72 runs off 41 balls, showcasing his aggressive batting in the middle order while contributing handy overs with the ball, helping solidify his reputation as a versatile T20 player. In the (ILT20) 2023–24 edition, Raza represented , playing 13 matches where he amassed 313 runs at an average of 31.30 and a of 134.33, highlighted by an unbeaten 60 and one other fifty. His all-round prowess extended to 13 wickets, earning him the award as advanced to the playoffs. Raza's global T20 footprint continued into 2025 with (MLC), where he joined for the third season and assumed captaincy mid-tournament to steer the team. Across nine matches, he scored 111 runs at a strike rate of 115.62 and captured 13 wickets, providing crucial leadership and balance as an in the Orcas' campaign.

International career

ODI and Test debut

Sikandar Raza made his (ODI) debut for on 3 May 2013 against at in , where he scored 3 runs batting at number three in a match won by 8 wickets. His debut came later that year on 3 September 2013 against at , during the first of two Tests, where he top-scored with 60 in the first and added 24 in the second as suffered an innings defeat. Initially a fringe player, Raza's consistent domestic performances earned him regular selection, transitioning him into a key by blending middle-order batting with off-spin . Raza's early international career featured sporadic appearances, but he solidified his role with standout contributions, including his maiden Test century of 127 against in the one-off Test at in July 2017, rescuing from 59 for 5 to help set a target of 388, though chased it down for a 3-wicket victory. In ODIs, his breakthrough came during the 2018 Qualifier, where he was named Player of the Tournament for scoring 319 runs and taking 15 wickets across nine matches, aiding 's qualification efforts despite their eventual elimination. These performances marked his evolution from peripheral squad member to indispensable . In 2022, Raza enjoyed a remarkable ODI season, amassing 615 runs at an average of 61.50, including two centuries—135* against (18 August, securing a historic series win) and 115 against (22 August, in a losing cause)—highlighting his growing impact. By 2024–2025, his form remained strong, exemplified by a gritty 61 in the first innings of the second Test against in from 2 to 6 January 2025, contributing to Zimbabwe's competitive showing in a rare red-ball fixture. This consistency culminated in September 2025 when Raza rose to the top of the ODI all-rounder rankings for the first time, following scores of 92 and 59* in a 1-1 series draw against , overtaking and .

T20I career and captaincy

Sikandar Raza made his T20I debut for Zimbabwe against Bangladesh on 11 May 2013 at Harare Sports Club, where he scored 7 runs in a match Zimbabwe lost by 10 runs (DLS method). Over the years, Raza established himself as a key all-rounder in the format, contributing with both bat and ball in bilateral series and tournaments. In 2019, during Zimbabwe's tour of the Netherlands, he scored an unbeaten 82 off 46 balls in the first T20I, helping his team post 166 for 6 and securing a 6-run victory; this remained one of his standout innings at the time, though not a century. His consistent performances culminated in a breakthrough year in 2022, where he amassed 516 runs in T20Is at an average of 68.25, including three half-centuries, while also taking 16 wickets. Raza's leadership role began to emerge in 2022 when he captained in several T20Is, including during the 2022 T20 World Cup, where he earned awards in wins against (40* off 23 balls and 1/25), (64 off 49 balls and 1/25), and (3/25 and 26*). He was officially appointed as 's full-time T20I captain in November 2023 at the age of 37, leading a near full-strength side in qualifiers and bilateral series. Under his captaincy, secured series victories, such as a 2-1 win over in December 2023, where Raza scored 80* in the opener, and a historic 2-1 triumph against in January 2025. He has earned 9 awards as T20I captain, contributing to his overall tally of 18 T20I awards as of November 2025, which surpassed Virat Kohli's record of 16 when he claimed his 17th in a September 2025 bilateral series against . In T20 World Cup campaigns, Raza played a pivotal role in Zimbabwe's 2022 edition, finishing as their leading run-scorer with 119 runs and taking 4 wickets across three wins before a loss to ended their Super 12 hopes. failed to qualify for the 2024 tournament after a loss in the finals under Raza's leadership. However, in qualifiers for the 2026 edition, he marked a by scoring 's first T20I century—an unbeaten 133 off 43 balls (reaching 100 off 33) against on 23 October 2024—powering a record 344 for 4 and earning . More recently, in the 2025 bilateral series against , Raza scored 51 in the second T20I and 37 in the third, helping draw the series 1-1 after an initial loss. His captaincy has emphasized aggressive play and youth integration, with 55 led by November 2025.

Playing style and achievements

Batting and bowling technique

Sikandar Raza is a right-handed batsman known for his aggressive middle-order approach, where he employs a straightforward technique of watching the ball and striking it decisively, complemented by natural timing that allows for powerful drives and lofted shots. His batting style emphasizes adaptability to match situations, enabling him to accelerate when needed, as evidenced by his T20I strike rate of 135 across 118 matches as of November 2025. This aggressive stroke-making has been particularly effective in limited-overs cricket, where he often plays lofted covers and straight drives to dominate spin and pace alike. As a right-arm off-spin bowler, Raza maintains an economical line, focusing on control and subtle variations to deceive batsmen, including the , , and delivered with a flick of the fingers. His ODI bowling average stands at 25 across 153 matches, reflecting consistent wicket-taking ability through tight lines that restrict scoring. In T20Is, he sustains a career economy rate of 6.45, leveraging these variations to contain aggressive batting line-ups while occasionally breaking partnerships on turning pitches. Raza's fielding complements his all-round skills, positioning him as an athletic contributor with sharp reflexes, particularly in the slips where he has specialized in taking low and edged catches. He has amassed 61 catches in ODIs, contributing to Zimbabwe's efforts in the longer format, and totals approximately 120 across all internationals, including 53 in T20Is as of November 2025. His proactive presence in the field, often at short leg or , underscores his versatility beyond bat and ball. Over his career, Raza has evolved significantly post-2022, enhancing his batting consistency through better shot selection and handling of spin-friendly conditions, while refining his bowling by incorporating the for greater deception and penetration. This maturation has transformed him into a more reliable , capable of anchoring on slower pitches and maintaining pressure with varied deliveries.

Records and awards

Sikandar Raza holds the record for the most awards in T20I among players from full member nations, achieving his 17th such honor in September 2025 during a victory against , surpassing Virat Kohli's previous mark of 16. He became the first Zimbabwean to score a T20I century, blasting an unbeaten 133 off 43 balls against in October 2024 during the Africa qualifier. Since 2022, Raza has scored over 2,500 runs across international formats, including four centuries, highlighting his pivotal role in Zimbabwe's revival. In T20Is, Raza has amassed 2,742 runs in 118 matches at an average of 24.9 and a of 135.2, while taking 80 wickets at an economy of 6.45 as of November 2025. Across all T20 cricket, including domestic and franchise leagues, he has surpassed 5,000 career runs by November 2025, establishing himself as one of 's most prolific all-round performers with multiple fifties and consistent contributions in high-pressure scenarios. His all-round impact includes holding Zimbabwe records for most T20I runs and wickets by a local player, underscoring his enduring influence on the team's limited-overs success. Raza's accolades include being named Player of the Tournament at the 2018 Cricket World Cup Qualifier, where he scored 319 runs and claimed 15 wickets to lead Zimbabwe's campaign. He won the Men's Player of the Month award for August 2022, the first Zimbabwean to receive it, following a dominant series with 516 T20I runs for the year. Raza earned selections to the Men's T20I Team of the Year in 2022, 2023, and 2024, recognizing his consistent excellence with 573 runs and 24 wickets in the latter year alone. In September 2025, Raza became the first Zimbabwean to top the all-rounder rankings. Beyond statistics, Raza's legacy lies in his role as a mentor and cultural bridge in , drawing from his Pakistani roots to inspire a while captaining the side to key victories, such as in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup Africa qualifier where he scored 325 runs and took 9 wickets despite the team's ultimate failure to advance to the main event.

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