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Wahab Riaz is a Pakistani cricketer. He is a left-arm fast bowler and a right-handed batsman. He frequently bowls at speeds of around 90 mph (144.8 km/h) and has reached 96 miles per hour (154 km/h). His all round performance in ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 earned him worldwide recognition. In August 2018, he was one of 33 players to be awarded a central contract for the 2018–19 season by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
In September 2019, Riaz announced that he would be taking a break from red-ball cricket to focus on the shorter formats of the game. In June 2020, Riaz said he was willing to play Test cricket again, ahead of Pakistan’s tour to England.
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Who Is Wahab Riaz?
Wahab Riaz born 28 June 1985) is a Pakistani cricketer. He is a left-arm fast bowler and a right-handed batsman.
He frequently bowls at speeds of around 90 mph (144.8 km/h) and has reached 96 miles per hour (154 km/h). His all-round performance in ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 earned him worldwide recognition. In August 2018, he was one of 33 players to be awarded a central contract for the 2018–19 season by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
In September 2019, Riaz announced that he would be taking a break from red-ball cricket to focus on the shorter formats of the game. In June 2020, Riaz said he was willing to play Test cricket again, ahead of Pakistan‘s tour to England.
Wahab Riaz Facts, Biography, WIKI
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| Full Name | Wahab Riaz |
| Born | 28 June 1985 |
| Age | 37 Years |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Nickname | Viki |
| Height | 1.88 m |
| Batting style | Right-handed |
| Bowling style | Left-arm fast |
| Relations | Married |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Early life
Riaz was born on 28 June 1985. He was born to Muhammad Sikandar Riaz Kasana (63/sp) who was a businessman. He was educated at the prestigious Aitchison College, Lahore Riaz is married to Zainab Chaudhary, and has a daughter named Eshal.
Wahab Riaz born 28 June 1985) is a Pakistani cricketer. He is a left-arm fast bowler and a right-handed batsman.
He frequently bowls at speeds of around 90 mph (144.8 km/h) and has reached 96 miles per hour (154 km/h). His all-round performance in ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 earned him worldwide recognition. In August 2018, he was one of 33 players to be awarded a central contract for the 2018–19 season by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
In September 2019, Riaz announced that he would be taking a break from red-ball cricket to focus on the shorter formats of the game. In June 2020, Riaz said he was willing to play Test cricket again, ahead of Pakistan’s tour to England.
Wahab Riaz Age
His age is 37 years.
Wahab Riaz Net Worth
His net worth is 10 Million.
Wife
His wife’s name is Zainab Choudary.
Wahab Riaz ICC Ranking
| Formate | Batting | Bowling | Rating |
| T20 Ranking | 969th | 284th | 417th |
| Test Ranking | 184th | 33rd | 33rd |
| ODI Ranking | 285th | 86th | 115th |
Wahab Riaz Personal Life, Family
Family
| Spouse/Wife | Zainab Chudary |
| Father | Sikandar Riaz |
| Mother | N/A |
| Brothers | N/A |
| Sisters | 1 |
| Girlfriend | N/A |
| Children | Eshal |
| Marriage Date | November 30, 2013 |
Wahab Riaz International Debut
Test debut
vs England at Kennington Oval, Aug 18, 2010
ODI debut
vs Zimbabwe at Sheikhupura Stadium, Feb 02, 2008
T20 debut
vs Bangladesh at National Stadium, Apr 20, 2008
Wahab Riaz Playing Career
Domestic Career
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In March 2011, Riaz appeared for Pakistan for four matches. He performed notably, taking 5 wickets in Pakistan vs India semi-final of the 2011 Cricket World Cup, where he appeared as a replacement for Shoaib Akhtar.
Shortly after the World Cup, Pakistan toured the West Indies for two Tests, five ODIs, and a T20I; Riaz was included in the squad.
He took two wickets in the T20I, in a losing effort, and played in four out of the five ODIs, taking seven wickets at an average of 25.28 and finishing as Pakistan’s leading wicket-taker in the series.
In a report to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on the team’s performance in the West Indies, coach Waqar Younis commented that Riaz had an “average” tour. In May Pakistan toured Ireland for a two-match ODI series, and although Riaz was included in the squad he did not play a match.
T20 Leagues Career
Here is all about Wahab Riaz’s T20 Leagues Career.
Riaz was chosen in Pakistan’s T20I squad for the tri-series in Bangladesh which also included India. In his first match against Bangladesh, he finished with 3 wickets for 22 runs in 7 overs. In the next match against India, he took two wickets while conceding 85 runs.
Riaz made his Test debut against England in the third test of the 2010 series. England batted first and Riaz took 5/63 in the first innings. In Pakistan’s first innings, he came into bat at number 3 and scored 27 runs.
Riaz next played for Pakistan in the Test series against South Africa in October 2010 after he participated in 4 ODIs. He was selected to play in the first Test later in that series. He took the wickets of Graeme Smith and Hashim Amla before suffering a side strain later that day and was later ruled out from the test series.
In March 2011, Riaz appeared for Pakistan for four matches. He performed notably, taking 5 wickets in Pakistan vs India semi-final of the 2011 Cricket World Cup, where he appeared as a replacement for Shoaib Akhtar.
International Career
Here is all about Wahab Riaz’s International Career.
Riaz was allocated as a Platinum category player in the 2016 Pakistan Super League players draft. He was bought by Peshawar Zalmi for $140,000 for the 2016 competition.
During a group stage match in 2016 against Quetta Gladiators, Riaz had an exchange of words and a physical tussle with batsman Ahmed Shehzad. The Pakistan Cricket Board imposed a fine on both players and issued an official warning to them.
He was retained by the Peshawar Zalmi for the second PSL season in 2017. Peshawar won the 2017 competition and, as of the end of the 2017 PSL, Riaz is the leading wicket-taker with 30 wickets in 19 matches.
He has played for Zalmi in every edition so far. On 18 February 2022, Wahab took his 100th wicket in the PSL for Peshawar, becoming the first player overall to reach the milestone.
In September 2018, he was named to Kandahar’s squad in the first edition of the Afghanistan Premier League tournament. In June 2019, he was selected to play for the Brampton Wolves franchise team in the 2019 Global T20 Canada tournament.
In September 2019, he was named to the squad for the Cape Town Blitz team for the 2019 Mzansi Super League tournament. In November 2019, he was selected to play for the Dhaka Platoon in the 2019–20 Bangladesh Premier League.
In October 2020, he was drafted by the Kandy Tuskers for the inaugural edition of the Lanka Premier League. In May 2021, he was named to the St Lucia Zouks squad for the 2021 Caribbean Premier League. In November 2021, he was selected to play for the Jaffna Kings following the players’ draft for the 2021 Lanka Premier League.
In April 2022, he was bought by the Northern Superchargers for the 2022 season of The Hundred in England.
Wahab Riaz Cricket records
Most runs in an inning(110)
Highest partnership for the tenth wicket(31)
Most wickets in an inning(
Most catches in an inning(2)
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FAQs About Wahab Riaz?
When did Wahab Riaz make his international Debut?
2008
Who is Wahab Riaz’s Wife?
His wife’s name is Zainab choudhary and she is Pakistani.
When did Wahab Riaz play in PSL?
2016.