Sahibzada Farhan is a well-known Pakistani cricketer, famous for his aggressive batting and ability to score quick runs. He was born on 6 March 1996 in Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. He is a right-handed batsman and mostly plays as an opening batter.
Early Life
Farhan loved cricket from childhood. He started playing at a very young age and soon became one of the best players in his area. His strong technique and ability to hit long shots helped him enter professional cricket.
Domestic Cricket Career
Sahibzada Farhan began his domestic cricket career during the 2016–17 season. He first played for Peshawar in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy.
He has delivered many outstanding performances in domestic cricket. His most memorable innings came in the 2024–25 National T20 Cup, where he scored 162 not out, which was the highest T20 score by any Pakistani player at that time.
In that tournament, he scored 605 runs in just six innings and was awarded Player of the Series.
He has played for several domestic teams in Pakistan, such as:
- Peshawar
- Balochistan
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Sindh
International Career
Farhan has also represented Pakistan in T20 International matches.
He has scored more than 500 runs in T20Is with a strong strike rate, often performing brilliantly in the powerplay overs.
Playing Style
The key features of Sahibzada Farhan’s batting include:
- Aggressive and fast scoring
- Ability to hit big sixes
- Quick run-making in the early overs
- Good batting technique and confidence
He is considered a very dangerous batsman, especially in T20 cricket.
Viral Moment
During the Asia Cup 2025, Farhan’s “gun celebration” after scoring a half-century against India became widely viral.
Although some people called it controversial, Farhan later explained that it was just a fun gesture and had no negative intention.
Achievements
- Highest T20 score for Pakistan: 162*
- Player of the Series – National T20 Cup 2024–25
- PCB Domestic Cricketer of the Year 2021
- Multiple T20 centuries in one calendar year
Conclusion
Sahibzada Farhan is considered one of the most talented and dangerous T20 batsmen in Pakistan today. His strong domestic performances and continuous improvement make him a promising player for Pakistan’s future international cricket.