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Shoaib Malik in 2017
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| Born | 1 February 1982 |
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Ayesha Siddiqui
(m. 2002; div. 2010) |
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| Family | Adeel Malik (brother) Mohammad Huraira (nephew) |
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Shoaib Malik is a famous Pakistani cricketer born on February 1, 1982. He has played for the Pakistan national cricket team for many years. Currently, he plays for Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Shoaib was also the captain of the Pakistan national cricket team from 2007 to 2009. He started his international career in 1999 in a One-Day International (ODI) match against the West Indies. His first Test match was in 2001 against Bangladesh.
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Shoaib Malik: Early Life and Family
Shoaib Malik grew up in Sialkot, Pakistan. He comes from a middle-class family. His father, Malik Faqueer Hussain, supported Shoaib's dream of playing cricket. Sadly, his father passed away in 2006.
Shoaib has two family members who also play cricket. His brother is Adeel Malik, and his nephew is Mohammad Huraira.
Shoaib's Marriages
Shoaib Malik has been married three times. His first marriage was to Ayesha Siddiqui in 2002. They divorced in 2010.
In 2010, he married the famous Indian tennis player Sania Mirza. Their wedding was a big event that got attention all over the world. They had a son together in 2018. In January 2024, Sania Mirza's family shared that she and Shoaib had divorced a few months earlier.
On January 19, 2024, Shoaib married Pakistani TV actress Sana Javed. They had a private ceremony in Karachi.
Becoming a Cricket Star
Shoaib Malik started playing cricket on the streets as a child. He used a tape ball, which is a common way to play cricket informally. In 1994, when he was 12, he joined a coaching clinic. This clinic was led by the famous cricketer Imran Khan in Sialkot.
He first focused on batting, but later he also became a good bowler. His family wanted him to focus on school, but Shoaib loved cricket. In 1996, he was chosen for the Under-15 World Cup team because of his bowling skills.
Developing His Skills
In 2001, experts checked Shoaib's bowling action. They said his main off-spin delivery was fine. He was told to work on other deliveries to make sure they were also legal.
In 2003, Shoaib got a chance to play for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in England. He played well and impressed the team. He played for them for two seasons, showing his skills as an all-rounder. An all-rounder is a player who is good at both batting and bowling.
In 2004, there was a misunderstanding about a Twenty20 match. Shoaib admitted to making an immature decision. This led to him being fined and banned for one Test match by the Pakistan Cricket Board. They said his actions had affected Pakistan's cricket image.
Shoaib is known for being a flexible player. He can bat in many different positions. In Test cricket, he once scored 148 runs without being out, batting for a whole day. This helped save the match for Pakistan against Sri Lanka in 2006. His bowling has also been very useful, especially in one-day matches.
Leading the Pakistan Team
After the 2007 World Cup, the previous captain, Inzamam-ul-Haq, stepped down. Shoaib Malik was chosen to be the new captain of the Pakistan team. He was only 25 years old, making him one of Pakistan's youngest captains. Many people, including former captain Imran Khan, believed he would be a great leader.
As captain, Shoaib led Pakistan to a 2–1 victory against Sri Lanka in an ODI series. He also led the team in series against South Africa and India. He was part of the 'Team of the Tournament' for the 2007 T20I World Cup.
Shoaib was captain for two years. He decided to step down in January 2009 after the team's performance against Sri Lanka. Younis Khan then took over as captain. During his time as captain, Shoaib led Pakistan in 3 Test matches, 36 ODIs, and 17 T20Is.
He also stepped in to lead the team in some limited-overs matches in 2018 and 2019 when the regular captain, Sarfraz Ahmed, was not available.
Playing Around the World
After his time as captain, Shoaib Malik continued to play for Pakistan. In 2010, he faced a temporary ban from the national team. However, this ban was later lifted. He made a strong comeback to international cricket in 2015. He was a key player when Pakistan won the ICC Champions Trophy 2017. They defeated their rivals, India, in the final.
In 2019, Shoaib was part of Pakistan's squad for the 2019 Cricket World Cup. After the World Cup, he announced his retirement from ODI cricket. He continued to play Twenty20 International (T20I) matches. In the 2021 ICC Men's T20 World Cup, he scored one of the fastest fifties in the tournament.
Shoaib's Playing Style
Shoaib Malik is known for his flexible and useful batting style. He can hit powerful shots, but he is also good at rotating the strike. This means he can hit the ball into gaps to get quick runs. He has a good strike rate, which means he scores runs quickly. He is also a good defensive batsman when needed.
T20 Franchise Cricket
Shoaib Malik has played for many different teams in Twenty20 (T20) leagues around the world. These leagues are popular for their fast-paced cricket.
- Indian Premier League (IPL): He played for Delhi Daredevils in the first season of the IPL in 2008.
- Pakistan Super League (PSL): He was the first captain of the Karachi Kings in the PSL. He later joined Multan Sultans and then Peshawar Zalmi. He has been a consistent performer in the PSL.
- Caribbean Premier League (CPL): Shoaib played for Barbados Tridents for many years. He also captained Guyana Amazon Warriors.
- Other Leagues: He has also played in Australia's Big Bash League for Hobart Hurricanes, England's T20 Blast for Warwickshire, and the Bangladesh Premier League for teams like Comilla Victorians and Rajshahi Royals. He has also played in the Lanka Premier League for Jaffna Kings.
Beyond Cricket
Shoaib Malik has also explored other interests outside of cricket.
Business Ventures
In 2021, Shoaib launched his own perfume brand called All Rounder. This shows his interest in business.
Acting and Hosting
Shoaib has also tried acting. In 2022, he had small roles in a web series called Baarwan Khiladi and a movie called Chakkar. He plans to do more acting in the future.
He has also become a TV host. In 2022, he hosted The Ultimate Muqabla, an adventure reality show. Later that year, he launched The Mirza Malik Show with his wife, Sania Mirza. On this show, they interview different celebrities.
Honours and Achievements
Shoaib Malik has won many awards and trophies throughout his career.
Pakistan National Team
- ICC World Twenty20 - 2009
- ICC Champions Trophy - 2017
Domestic and Franchise Teams
- Sialkot Stallions: He won the Pakistan National T20 Cup multiple times with the Sialkot Stallions.
- Barbados Tridents: He won the Caribbean Premier League in 2014.
- Rajshahi Royals: He won the Bangladesh Premier League in 2019-20.
Television Appearances
| Year | Show | Channel | Role |
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| 2022-present | The Ultimate Muqabla | ARY Digital | Host |
| 2023 | The Mirza Malik Show | UrduFlix |
Images for kids
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Shoaib Malik in 2017
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Shoaib Malik playing against New Zealand in 2009
