Afghanistan Batsman Baheer Shah Averages more than Don Bradman
Published - 10 Jan 2018, 03:27 PM | Updated - 22 Aug 2024, 11:47 PM
Afghanistan cricketers have grown in statures over the years since their inception in the International arena. Now, U-19 batsman Baheer Shah has grabbed attention with an outstanding average. Notably, he has a batting average more than the legendary Don Bradman.
Baheer has the highest batting average in the world for batsmen with more than 1,000 first-class runs. Baheer has played seven first-class games so far (12 innings) for Speen Ghar Region scoring 1,096 runs with an average of 121.77, the highest in the world.
In his debut match, Baheer notched up 256 runs against Amo Region at Amanullah, which is the second-best by any batsman on his debut game.
Baheer has already scored a triple century in the format and became the second youngest to do so after former Pakistan cricketer Javed Miandad.
“That was an unforgettable moment for me. I stayed at the wicket for two days, staying very comfortable. I worked on my fitness before the tournament and the coaches taught me how to bat well. For everyone whenever they get the best score in their life it’s a very enjoyable, exciting moment,” Baheer said to ICC.
Baheer also thanked his friends and family for the support.
Baheer is currently a part of the Afghanistan team for the ICC Under-19 World Cup to be held in New Zealand from January 13.
“I’ve started very well in the warm-up matches in Napier. They were good sides with first-class players, but we played four matches and won all four. It’s a very good chance for every youngster to promote his career so I’m trying very hard to have a good performance at this World Cup,” stated Baheer.
Baheer admitted that South Africa’s Hashim Amla is his favorite cricketer for his calm attitude.
“I like to play in different and challenging situations. There are a lot of changeable situations, but I only want to stay at the wicket and take the pressure on myself and away from my partners. My favorite player is Hashim Amla because he is very calm and plays very well in difficult situations. I just want to keep calm and go forward,” concluded Baheer.
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