Zahoor Sheikh

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Zahoor Sheikh (born on 13th June 1953 in Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan), is a Kenyan former professional cricketer renowned for his contributions to both ICC Trophy and first-class cricket. Primarily acknowledged as a right-handed batsman and a right-arm medium-fast bowler, Sheikh played a pivotal role in representing the Kenyan national side during his cricketing career. [1] [2]

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Teams

- Kenya (Other FC: 1986/87) - Kenya (ICC Trophy: 1982-1986) - Kenya Cricket Association XI (Miscellaneous: 1977/78-1985/86) - Kenya Cricket Association Chairman's XI (Miscellaneous: 1984/85) - Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association XI (Miscellaneous: 1986/87)

First-Class Career (1986/87)

Batting and Fielding:

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Bowling:

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ICC Trophy Career (1982-1986)

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Notable Achievement

During the 1982 ICC Trophy, Zahoor Sheikh delivered a remarkable performance at Hints Road, Tamworth, achieving his best bowling figures of 4-20, delivering at an average speed of around 145 km per hour.

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