Shahnawaz Dahani has a huge chance to make a global impression as the Pakistan pacer has been named in the playing XI for their clash against India in Asia Cup 2022 in Dubai. This will be the 24-year-old's first appearance against arch-rivals India and he will be looking to make a winning contribution. Meanwhile, here are some facts to know about Shahnawaz Dhani. Asia Cup 2022 Broadcaster Makes Huge Blunder, Shows Hasan Ali in Pakistan's Playing XI Instead of Shahnawaz Dahani Ahead of IND vs PAK Cricket Match.

Shahnawaz Dahani has made a huge impression on the domestic circuit in Pakistan. Playing for Multan Sultans, the pacer has been among the top-wicket takers in the competition, finishing at the top of the chart in 2021 and fourth in the 2022 edition. The 24-year-old's success is not limited to the shorter format as he has taken huge strides in the longer format as well, taking 32 wickets in 10 First Class Matches.

Lesser Known Facts About Shahnawaz Dahani

  • Shahnawaz Dahani was born on August 5, 1998 in Larkana, Sindh, Pakistan

  • He made his first-class debut on 25 November 2019, for Sindh, in the 2019–20 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy

  • Shahnawaz Dahani took 26 wickets in his debut First-Class season for Sindh

  • He represents Multan Sultans in Pakistan Super League

  • Shahnawaz Dahani made his debut in Twenty-20 cricket in PSL 2021

  • He was the leading wicket-taker in PSL 2021 with 20 scalps

  • Shahnawaz Dahani made his T20I debut for Pakistan in November 2021

The 24-year-old has made only two appearances for the national team and it came against Bangladesh and West Indies. However, injuries to major stars has seen him presented with an opportunity against rivals India. Shahnawaz Dahani has a great platform to show his skills and establish himself as one of the best pacers in a team filled with superstar quicks.

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