Cricket has seen many players, but few have made the impact that Rashid Khan has made at such a young age. The Afghan leg-spinner is not just a bowler; he is a global superstar who has redefined T20 cricket with his skill, control and fearless approach.
This blog tells you about Rashid Khan’s debut, stats, age, net worth, IPL career, records and overall journey. So get ready to learn about one of cricket’s most exciting modern icons.
Rashid Khan was born on 20 September 1998 in Nangarhar, Afghanistan. Growing up in a large family with ten siblings, Rashid was fond of playing cricket with his brothers. He emulated legends like Shahid Afridi. Due to his fast leg-spin, his ability to bowl googly with precision, he soon stood out in domestic cricket. It didn’t take him long to earn a place in the Afghanistan national team.
Rashid Khan will turn 26 in 2025. Still at the peak of his career, he already holds a record that most players would dream of achieving in their entire lifetime. In the coming years, Rashid is expected to continue to be an important figure in leagues in Afghanistan and around the world.
ODI Debut: Rashid made his One-Day International debut on 18 October 2015 against Zimbabwe. Though just a teenager at the time, he impressed everyone with his composure and control.
T20I Debut: His T20 International debut came on 26 October 2015 against Zimbabwe,. In this match his variations were caught batters off-guard.
Test Debut: Rashid entered Test cricket on 14 June 2018 against India, becoming one of Afghanistan’s first-ever Test cricketers. Despite the challenge, his presence in that historic match marked a milestone for his country.
Rashid Khan made his IPL debut with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in 2017, when he was bought for ₹4 crore. He made an immediate impact, finishing as one of the top wicket-takers of the season. Over the years, Rashid has been a match-winner for SRH, bowling tough overs and delivering under pressure. In 2022, Rashid was drafted by Gujarat Titans (GT) ahead of his debut season. He played a vital role in GT winning the IPL title in his very first year, becoming one of the franchise’s biggest assets. His ability to deliver economical spells, take big wickets and contribute with the bat made him the complete package for Gujarat. Until 2025, Rashid has been a mainstay of GT’s bowling lineup.
Format |
Matches |
Inns |
Balls |
Runs |
Wkts |
BBI |
BBM |
Avg |
Econ |
SR |
4W |
5W |
10W |
Tests |
6 |
11 |
1864 |
920 |
45 |
7/66 |
11/104 |
20.44 |
2.96 |
41.4 |
2 |
5 |
3 |
ODIs |
114 |
106 |
5741 |
4060 |
199 |
7/18 |
7/18 |
20.40 |
4.24 |
28.8 |
6 |
5 |
0 |
T20Is |
101 |
101 |
2312 |
2361 |
171 |
5/3 |
5/3 |
13.80 |
6.12 |
13.5 |
8 |
2 |
0 |
FC |
10 |
19 |
3043 |
1447 |
80 |
8/74 |
12/122 |
18.08 |
2.85 |
38.0 |
3 |
9 |
4 |
List A |
116 |
108 |
5848 |
4148 |
203 |
7/18 |
7/18 |
20.43 |
4.25 |
28.8 |
6 |
5 |
0 |
T20s |
492 |
488 |
11242 |
12362 |
670 |
6/17 |
6/17 |
18.45 |
6.59 |
16.7 |
17 |
4 |
0 |
Format |
Matches |
Inns |
NO |
Runs |
HS |
Avg |
BF |
SR |
100s |
50s |
4s |
6s |
Catches |
Stumpings |
Tests |
6 |
9 |
0 |
154 |
51 |
17.11 |
180 |
85.55 |
0 |
1 |
18 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
ODIs |
114 |
87 |
16 |
1384 |
60* |
19.49 |
1320 |
104.84 |
0 |
5 |
120 |
49 |
33 |
0 |
T20Is |
101 |
63 |
27 |
534 |
48* |
14.83 |
409 |
130.56 |
0 |
0 |
32 |
36 |
38 |
0 |
FC |
10 |
13 |
1 |
279 |
52 |
23.25 |
347 |
80.40 |
0 |
2 |
36 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
List A |
116 |
88 |
16 |
1405 |
60* |
19.51 |
1334 |
105.32 |
0 |
5 |
125 |
49 |
34 |
0 |
T20s |
492 |
293 |
96 |
2729 |
79* |
13.85 |
1858 |
146.87 |
0 |
5 |
195 |
183 |
172 |
0 |
Match |
Batting |
Bowling |
Date |
Ground |
Format |
Afghanistan vs Hong Kong |
3* |
1/24 |
09-Sep-2025 |
Abu Dhabi |
T20I #3443 |
Afghanistan vs Pakistan |
17 |
3/38 |
07-Sep-2025 |
Sharjah |
T20I #3442 |
Afghanistan vs Pakistan |
8* |
2/30 |
02-Sep-2025 |
Sharjah |
T20I #3433 |
Afghanistan vs U.A.E. |
— |
3/21 |
01-Sep-2025 |
Sharjah |
T20I #3432 |
Afghanistan vs Pakistan |
39 |
1/26 |
29-Aug-2025 |
Sharjah |
T20I #3421 |
Fastest bowler to 100 wickets in ODIs (44 matches).
Youngest captain in T20I history (appointed at 19 years old).
One of the few bowlers to take four wickets in four balls in a T20 match.
Among the top wicket-takers in IPL history, with a consistently low economy rate of under 7.
Has taken 500+ wickets in T20 cricket worldwide, making him one of the most successful T20 bowlers ever.
Scored one of the fastest fifties in franchise cricket, showcasing his batting power.
As of 2025, Rashid Khan’s net worth is estimated at around ₹40-45 crore (USD $5-6 million).
Central contract with Afghanistan Cricket Board.
IPL salary with Gujarat Titans (over ₹15 crore annually).
Global franchise leagues such as BBL, PSL, CPL, and The Hundred.
Brand endorsements with top sports and lifestyle companies.
Personal investments and sponsorships.
Rashid is not just a cricketer in Afghanistan – he is a national hero. He has single-handedly brought Afghanistan cricket to global prominence. His success has inspired countless young Afghan players to dream big and play cricket despite challenges. Rashid’s leadership on and off the field has made Afghanistan one of the most competitive teams in T20 cricket.
He made his ODI debut against Zimbabwe on 18 October 2015 and his T20 International debut on 26 October 2015.
As of 2025, Rashid Khan plays for Gujarat Titans (GT) in the IPL.
Rashid Khan is 26 years old (born 20 September 1998).
He holds the record for the fastest to take 100 ODI wickets and has 500+ wickets in T20 cricket worldwide.
His total wealth is around ₹40-45 crore (USD $5-6 million).