Sahibzada Farhan is a Pakistani right-handed opening batsman who has emerged as one of the most explosive T20 cricketers in recent years. At 29 years old in 2025, standing 5 feet 10 inches tall (178 cm), Farhan represents Pakistan in international cricket and plays for Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League.
Known for his aggressive batting style, he holds the record for the highest individual T20 score by a Pakistani batsman with an unbeaten 162 runs. His fearless approach and ability to dominate powerplays have earned him comparisons to legendary Pakistani openers Shahid Afridi and Imran Nazir.
Personal Details
Detail
Information
Full Name
Sahibzada Farhan
Nickname
Patakha (Firecracker)
Height
5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Date of Birth
6 March 1996
Age
29 years
Place of Birth
Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Religion
Muslim
Status
Unmarried
Playing Style
Aspect
Description
Batting Style
Right-hand bat
Bowling Style
Right-arm off-break (occasional)
Primary Role
Opening batsman
Jersey Number
Format
Jersey Number
International
51
PSL
51
Debut Dates
Format
Date
Opponent
Venue
Test
Not debuted
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ODI
20 July 2018
Zimbabwe
Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
T20I
8 July 2018
Australia
Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe
PSL
2018
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Lahore Qalandars
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PSL Salary by Year
Year
Team
Salary (INR)
2018
Lahore Qalandars
₹50 lakh (approx.)
2019
Islamabad United
₹55 lakh (approx.)
2022
Karachi Kings
₹60 lakh (approx.)
2024
Lahore Qalandars
₹65 lakh (Diamond category)
2025
Islamabad United
₹75 lakh (Diamond category)
Net Worth and Assets
Type
Details
Estimated Net Worth (2025)
₹15-18 crore (approx. $2-2.5 million USD)
Assets
Property investments in Pakistan
Cars
Information not publicly available
Central Contract
PCB Category C contract (₹3 crore annually)
Brand Endorsements
Local Pakistani brands, Cricket equipment sponsorships
Farhan’s unbeaten 80* against Sri Lanka was highlighted as his career-best T20I score and included a record-setting number of sixes in the match. This run of performances demonstrates solid form across Pakistan’s recent T20I series.
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2016
Made first-class debut for Peshawar
2017
Leading run-scorer for Balochistan in Pakistan Cup (331 runs)
2018
Made T20I and ODI debut for Pakistan
2018
Awarded PCB central contract
2021
Named PCB Domestic Cricketer of the Year
2021-22
Leading run-scorer in National T20 Cup (447 runs)
2023-24
Leading run-scorer in National T20 Cup (492 runs)
2024-25
Scored record 162* in National T20 Cup, highest T20 score by Pakistani
2024-25
Scored 605 runs in National T20 Cup, breaking tournament record
2025
Top performer for Islamabad United in PSL X (449 runs)
2025
Career-best T20I score of 80* vs Sri Lanka
2025
First Pakistani to hit 100+ T20 sixes in a calendar year (102 sixes)
2025
Most T20 runs in 2025 globally (1,730+ runs)
Major Trophies & Awards
Year
Competition/Trophy
Significance
2021
PCB Domestic Cricketer of the Year
Recognition for outstanding domestic performances
2022-23
National T20 Cup Best Batsman
Top run-scorer with 429 runs
2023-24
National T20 Cup Best Batsman
Top run-scorer with 492 runs
2024-25
National T20 Cup Player of the Series
Record-breaking 605 runs
2025
Multiple Player of the Match awards
In T20I series vs Bangladesh, West Indies
Additional Achievements
Achievement
Context
Highest T20 score by Pakistani batsman
162* off 72 balls, breaking Kamran Akmal’s 8-year record
First sixes off Jasprit Bumrah by Pakistani
Hit two sixes off India’s premier bowler in 2025 Asia Cup
100 T20 sixes in 2025
First Pakistani and 12th overall to achieve this milestone
Record partnership runs
Multiple match-winning partnerships in domestic cricket
Consistent powerplay performer
Known for giving explosive starts in T20 format
Most T20 runs in 2025
1,730+ runs at 44.35 average with 4 centuries and 11 fifties
Joint-most T20 fifty-plus scores in 2025
15 scores of 50+, tied with Nicholas Pooran and Karanbir Singh
Born in Charsadda, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sahibzada Farhan is 29 years old and stands 5 feet 10 inches tall. His journey from playing tape-ball cricket in his hometown to becoming Pakistan's leading T20 run-scorer in 2025 showcases his determination and explosive batting talent. Representing teams like Islamabad United, Lahore Qalandars, and Pakistan's national side, he has established himself as one of the most dangerous opening batsmen in modern T20 cricket with his fearless approach and record-breaking performances.
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