Yusuf Pathan Debut, Biography, Stats, Net Worth, Wife, IPL Team, Records, Career

India has produced one of the world’s most dangerous all-rounders in Yusuf Pathan.

India has produced one of the world’s most dangerous all-rounders in Yusuf Pathan. In limited-overs cricket, this all-rounder hits sixes as if it’s raining, and often changes the course of a match in just a few overs. Yusuf’s off-spin bowling added a very useful new weapon to his arsenal. At his peak, he was one of the most feared middle-order batsmen in world cricket.

This Baroda player’s match-winning journey for India and in the IPL has been full of drama, power, confidence, and impact. This blog covers everything about Yusuf Pathan, from his debut to his biography, stats, net worth, wife, IPL teams, records, and his entire career journey.

Biography and Early Life

Yusuf Pathan was born on November 17, 1982, in Vadodara (Baroda), Gujarat, India. Cricket was a significant part of his family’s life, and his older brother, Irfan Pathan, who later played for the Indian team, was his biggest inspiration. From a young age, Yusuf displayed immense power in his shots and possessed a natural ability to hit the ball hard. Unlike traditional batsmen, he relied more on timing and brute force. He trained in the Baroda cricket circuit, where his aggressive style quickly caught the attention of many. His outstanding performance in domestic cricket proved to be a turning point in his career.

Biography Table

Field	Details
Full Name	Yusuf Khan Pathan
Date of Birth	November 17, 1982
Age	43 years (as of 2025)
Birthplace	Vadodara, Gujarat, India
Nationality	Indian
Profession	Former Cricketer
Role	All-rounder
Batting Style	Right-handed
Bowling Style	Right-arm off-spin
Domestic Team	Baroda
International Team	India
ODI Debut	June 10, 2008 vs Ireland
T20I Debut	September 19, 2007 vs Pakistan
Test Debut	March 9, 2010 vs South Africa
Marital Status	Married
Wife	Afreen Pathan
Children	Two sons
Net Worth	₹180–200 crore (approx.)

Batting & Fielding Stats

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct
ODIs	57	41	11	810	123*	27.00	713	113.60	2	3	62	43	17
T20Is	22	18	5	236	37*	18.15	161	146.58	0	0	11	17	9
First-Class	100	158	18	4,825	210*	34.46	5,611	85.99	11	20	–	–	80
List A	199	175	33	4,797	148	33.78	4,344	110.42	9	28	–	–	83
T20s	274	243	67	4,852	100	27.56	3,482	139.34	1	21	376	243	86

Bowling Stats

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
ODIs	57	50	1,490	1,365	33	3/49	3/49	41.36	5.49	45.1	0	0	0
T20Is	22	17	305	438	13	2/22	2/22	33.69	8.61	23.4	0	0	0
First-Class	100	–	13,384	6,568	201	6/40	–	32.67	2.94	66.5	5	14	2
List A	199	–	6,034	5,133	124	5/52	5/52	41.39	5.10	48.6	2	2	0
T20s	274	140	2,210	2,814	99	4/10	4/10	28.42	7.63	22.3	2	0	0

Debut Details

Yusuf Pathan made his international debut in India’s first ICC T20 World Cup in 2007.

T20I – September 19, 2007, against Pakistan
ODI – June 10, 2008, against Ireland
Test – March 9, 2010, against South Africa

His T20I debut was a high-pressure match, after which he was quickly recognized as a player who performs well on big occasions.

Domestic Cricket Journey

Yusuf Pathan represented Baroda in domestic cricket and was a star performer in the Ranji Trophy and limited-overs tournaments. His ability to dominate bowlers at the domestic level made him perfectly suited for T20 cricket. This domestic success laid the foundation for his IPL and international career, where his aggressive style remained unchanged.

International Career Highlights

Instead of consistent good performances, it was the occasional spectacular performances that often brought Yusuf Pathan’s career more recognition.

Key Moments

Man of the Match – 2011 World Cup Quarter-final against Australia
Match-winning ODI scores of over 50 under pressure
Fastest ODI century by an Indian (in 37 balls against South Africa, 2010)
His explosive batting helped India dominate the middle overs in limited-overs cricket.

IPL Career & Teams

Yusuf Pathan was one of the biggest stars of the IPL in its early years.

IPL Teams

Rajasthan Royals (2008–2010, 2018)
Kolkata Knight Riders (2011–2017)
Sunrisers Hyderabad (2018–2019)

IPL Highlights

Man of the Match: IPL 2008 Final
Played a key role in RR winning the title in 2008
Was part of the KKR teams that won the title in 2012 and 2014
A master at hitting boundaries whenever he wanted, he was very popular among fans.

Records & Achievements

He holds several unique records:

Fastest ODI century by an Indian (37 balls)
First Indian to score a fifty in T20Is in 15 balls
Man of the Match in the 2011 World Cup quarter-final
Over 3,000 IPL runs with a very high strike rate
Match-winner in several IPL finals

Net Worth & Lifestyle

Yusuf Pathan’s estimated net worth is approximately ₹180–200 crore.

Income Sources

BCCI contract and match fees
IPL salary
Brand endorsements
Business investments

However, despite his immense wealth, Yusuf Pathan has adopted a simple lifestyle, focusing on fitness, family, and his cricket academies.

Family & Personal Life

Yusuf is married to Afreen Pathan and they have two sons. He shares a very close bond with his brother Irfan Pathan, and both Pathan brothers are highly respected in Indian cricket. His aggressive and fearless approach to the game was greatly influenced by his family’s support.

Playing Style

Yusuf Pathan was a power-hitting all-rounder.

Batting

Ability to hit big sixes
Strong bottom-hand power
Fearless approach

Bowling

Right-arm off-spinner
Primarily used to break partnerships

Retirement & Life after Cricket

After retiring from international cricket, Yusuf Pathan has focused on the following:

Domestic leagues
Mentoring young cricketers
Cricket academies

He remains active in cricket and is inspiring young power hitters.

Conclusion

He struck a balance between these two qualities: his impact was more important than consistency. Whether it was a World Cup quarter-final, an IPL final, or a high-pressure chase, Yusuf had the ability to change the course of a match in a matter of minutes. He will always be remembered as one of India’s most dangerous all-rounders and a great entertainer of the game.

FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When was Yusuf Pathan’s international debut?

Yusuf Pathan made his T20 International debut for India against Pakistan in 2007; he later made his ODI debut in 2008 and his Test debut in 2012.

Q2. Who is Yusuf Pathan’s wife?

Yusuf Pathan is married to Afreen Pathan, who mostly stays away from the world of glamour and leads a quiet life, while also supporting Yusuf in his cricket career.

Q3. For which IPL teams did Pathan play?

In the IPL, he played for Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). He won the IPL trophy with Rajasthan Royals in 2008 and with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2012 and 2014.

Q4. What is Yusuf Pathan’s net worth?

Yusuf Pathan’s net worth is estimated to be approximately ₹30–40 crore. His income comes from IPL contracts, BCCI payments, endorsements, and corporate engagements.

Q5. What are the major records and achievements of Yusuf Pathan?

He is known for holding the record for the fastest ODI century by an Indian (in 37 balls). He played several crucial innings in the IPL and became famous for his aggressive batting and part-time off-spin bowling.