Azmatullah Omarzai Biography: Age, Height, Stats, Net Worth, Family

Who is Azmatullah Omarzai?

Azmatullah Omarzai is an Afghan cricketer who plays for Afghanistan in international cricket and Punjab Kings in the IPL Team 2026.

He is a right-hand batsman known for powerful hitting. He also bowls medium-fast pace effectively.

The Afghan cricketer became famous when he scored 149* against Sri Lanka in ODI. His batting impressed everyone.

Early Life and Background

He was Born on March 24, 2000, at Kunar, Afghanistan from where cricket journey started. His hometown Nangarhar showing roots.

He started playing cricket when he was 14 years old in Afghanistan.

His father name is Abdul Qayum who worked as a farmer in Kunar and supported his cricket dreams.

Regarding his relationships, he is unmarried and focusing on cricket career.

His gf details not known publicly keeping private life away. Cast is Afghan Muslim, and house is in Afghanistan with family.

Azmatullah Omarzai Biography

Details	Information
Full Name	Azmatullah Omarzai
Occupation	All-rounder
Born Place	Kunar, Afghanistan
Hometown	Nangarhar
Date of Birth (Birthday)	March 24, 2000
Age	26 years
Height	5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
Weight	75 kg (165 lbs)
Father	Abdul Qayum
Mother	Zainab
Brother	Elder Brothers
Sister	Not Known
Cast	Afghan Muslim
Religion	Islam
Jersey Number	#9
Wife	Not Married
GF	Not Known
House	Afghanistan
IPL Team	Punjab Kings
IPL Price 2026	₹2.40 crore
Net Worth	Estimated ₹8 crore

Professional Cricket Career

His career started when he played for Mis Ainak Region in domestic cricket.

Debut came in January 2021 for ODI cricket. He played first match for Afghanistan against Ireland.

He became famous after scoring top score 149* in ODI showing incredible talent.

Recent news includes winning ICC ODI Cricketer of Year 2024 award.

Made first T20I match in March 2022 for Afghanistan against Bangladesh.

First Class career has been good with consistent performances in matches.

Indian Premier League Career

His ipl journey started when Gujarat Titans bought him for ₹50 lakh in auction 2024.

Playing for ipl team 2026 Punjab Kings as all-rounder providing batting and bowling.

That’s why, Punjab Kings bought him for IPL 2026 Price ₹2.40 crore in auction showing team belief.

For ipl team 2026, he will bat powerfully and bowl medium-fast pace in Indian Premier League matches.

His ipl career has 99 runs in 16 matches with strike rate over 133 showing explosive batting.

Azmatullah Omarzai Stats

Domestic & International Stats

Batting & Fielding

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Tests	1	1	0	0	0	0.00	1	0.00	0	0	0	0	0	0
ODIs	42	34	9	1093	149*	43.72	1122	97.41	1	8	78	46	8	0
T20Is	66	55	10	808	53	17.95	641	126.05	0	1	49	39	21	0

Bowling

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	Ave	Econ	SR
Tests	1	2	132	74	1	1/66	74.00	3.36	132.0
ODIs	42	41	1341	1199	44	5/58	27.25	5.36	30.4
T20Is	66	61	974	1328	54	4/9	24.59	8.18	18.0

IPL Stats

Batting & Fielding

Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
16	9	1	99	21*	12.37	74	133.78	0	0	8	5	1	0

Bowling

Mat	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	Ave	Econ	SR
16	288	465	12	2/27	38.75	9.68	24.0

His career Statics show he is talented all-rounder. Azmatullah stats prove he performs consistently.

Records and Achievements

Azmatullah Omarzai has special records:

• Top score 149* in ODI cricket against Sri Lanka
• Centuries include 1 in ODI showing batting talent
• Highest wickets 5/58 in ODI against England showing bowling skill
• ICC ODI Cricketer of Year 2024 award winner
• Wickets include 44 in ODI, 54 in T20I proving effective bowler

These records show his journey from Kunar place to playing in international cricket.

Playing Style

Azmatullah Omarzai is 5 feet 9 inches with athletic build. As batsman, plays aggressive cricket.

Right-hand batsman who hits powerfully down the ground. His straight hitting is most effective.

He bowls medium-fast pace swinging ball effectively. Bowling Speed ranges 130-140 kmph regularly.

Wears jersey number 9 for Afghanistan team and IPL matches.

Azmatullah Omarzai Net Worth

Net worth is around ₹8 crore in 2026. His money comes from:

• Indian Premier League salary: ₹2.40 crore from Punjab Kings showing current price
• Afghanistan Cricket Board contract
• SMAT and domestic cricket fees
• Brand endorsements in Afghanistan

The net worth will grow as he performs more consistently.

Family, Personal Life & Relationships

His father name is Abdul Qayum who worked as a farmer in Kunar and supported his cricket dreams always.

Mother Zainab also encouraged him to pursue cricket career always.

He is unmarried focusing only on cricket without distractions.

Follows religion Islam with strong beliefs guiding life.

Mother tongue is Pashto being from Afghanistan showing cultural roots.

Team Afghanistan Journey

He plays for Afghanistan in all formats. Dates Joined Afghanistan ODI 2021, Dates Joined Afghanistan T20I 2022 & Afghanistan Test 2024.

He became important cricketer for Afghanistan providing all-round performances.

Also played for various teams in SMAT and domestic tournaments.

Social Media Profile

Platform	Handle
Instagram	@azmatullahomarzai9
X (Twitter)	@AzmatOmarzay
Facebook	@Azmatullahomarzai

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