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Abdul Qadir

Cricketer Abdul Qadir

Profession: Cricketer

Nationality:
Pakistan
Pakistani

Biography: Abdul Qadir was an Pakistani cricketer who bowled for Pakistan. During the 1970s and 1980s he was regarded as a legendary leg spinner and model for many that sought to emulate his success.

Over his career, Qadir played 67 Tests and 104 One Day International matches. He also served as the captain for Pakistan in 5 of the One Day matches and played with the Pakistani national team for the 1983 and 1987 Cricket World Cups.

Born: September 15, 1955
Birthplace: Lahore, Punjab

Generation: Baby Boomer
Chinese Zodiac: Goat/Sheep
Star Sign: Virgo

Died: September 6, 2019 (aged 63)
Cause of Death: Cardiac arrest

Historical Events

  • 1977-12-14 Test Cricket debut of Pakistan spin bowling great Abdul Qadir v England in 1st Test at Lahore
  • 1982-10-05 Pakistan cricket leg-spin bowler Abdul Qadir takes 7-142 as Australia is dismissed for 330 in 2nd Test in Faisalabad; Greg Ritchie scores maiden Test century (106 no) but home side prevails by an innings & 3 runs
  • 1986-10-29 Pakistan cricket leg-spin bowler Abdul Qadir takes 6-16 as the West Indies dismissed for 53 in 186 run defeat in 1st Test at Faisalabad
  • 1987-11-25 Pakistan cricket leg-spin bowler Abdul Qadir takes 9-56 against England in 1st Test at Lahore; best figures by a Pakistani, and by any bowler against England

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