Sufiyan Muqeem born on 25 November 1999 is a Pakistani left-arm wrist spin bowler, who has also played for Peshawar Zalmi in the Pakistan Super League and represents Dolphins in domestic cricket.
Sufiyan made his debut in cricket representing Peshawar Zalmi in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) on February 14, 2023, in Karachi, marking the start of his journey in franchise cricket. Later he made his List A debut for Pakistan A against UAE A on July 17, 2023, in Colombo, where he showcased his skills in the 50-over format. In T20I cricket he debuted against Hong Kong on October 3, 2023, in Hangzhou.
Sufiyan Muqeem has displayed remarkable potential as a bowler across various formats and tournaments. In T20 Internationals, he has played 4 matches, delivering 84 balls and claiming 6 wickets at an impressive average of 13.66 and an economy rate of 5.85, with his best bowling figures being 2/11. In List A cricket, he has participated in 6 matches, bowling 353 balls and securing 10 wickets at an average of 30.30 and an economy rate of 5.15, with a best performance of 3/36. In T20s overall, he has appeared in 13 matches, delivering 252 balls and taking 16 wickets at an average of 17.62 and a strike rate of 15.7, with his best bowling figures being 3/37.
In the Pakistan Super League (PSL), representing Peshawar Zalmi, Sufiyan played 5 matches and bowled 78 deliveries, picking up 4 wickets at an average of 28.25 and an economy rate of 8.69. His best performance in the tournament was 3/37, showcasing his ability to deliver impactful spells in high-pressure situations.
Muqeem bowled 3 for 66 in 10 overs in the final of the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, which Pakistan A won over India A in July 2023. In 2024 Muqeem faced a setback as he had surgery on his left knee in January 2024. In October 2024, he represented Pakistan Shaheens in the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, where they were eliminated in the semi-finals by Sri Lanka A.
Sufiyan Muqeem last featured in a T20I match for Pakistan against Bangladesh on October 7, 2023, during the Asian Games in Hangzhou, where he delivered a spell of 1/32. After a significant gap, he earned his place back in the national team and made his return in the white ball series against Australia in the 2nd T20I on November 16, 2024, in Sydney, where he bowled a tidy spell, conceding just 21 runs in 2 overs, marking his comeback on the international stage.
About Sufiyan Muqeem
DOB:- November 15, 1999
Bowling style:- Left arm Wrist spin
Batting style:– Left-hand batter
Place of Birth:– Pakistan
Role:- Bowler
Team:– Pakistan, Mirpur Royals, Pakistan A, Peshawar Zalmi