AFG *159/6 (48 ov)
ZIM 339/10 (114.5 ov)
Nangarhar CosmicWho is Aftab Alam?
Aftab has played 12 T20 internationals and 27 ODIs for Afghanistan. In T20 internationals he has 11 T20I wickets at an economy of 7.93.
Aftab Alam's role at Nangarhar Cosmic
Aftab is one of the Afghan players in the Nangarhar Cosmic squad. The APL is built to give local players matches next to international stars, so a strong season here is a fast route into Afghanistan's national set-up. Other all-rounders in the squad include Rahmat Shah, Shakib Al Hasan, Kamindu Mendis and Shafiqullah Ghafari.
T20 record explained
With the bat, Aftab scores at a strike rate of 112.31 in T20 cricket, which is patient by T20 standards, and averages 9.11.
With the ball, Aftab has taken 80 T20 wickets at an average of 23.66 and an economy rate of 8.23, which is about par for the format. He strikes once every 17.2 balls, has 3 four-wicket and 0 five-wicket hauls, and his best figures are 4/22. He bowls right arm fast.
Aftab Alam batting stats
| Format | M | Inn | Runs | HS | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 68 | 31 | 155 | 32 | 9.11 | 112.31 |
| T20I | 12 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 22.22 |
| ODI | 27 | 17 | 80 | 16 | 11.42 | 74.76 |
| List A | 64 | 42 | 249 | 33 | 9.96 | 92.91 |
| First-class | 20 | 32 | 442 | 83 | 14.25 | 102.79 |
Aftab Alam bowling stats
| Format | M | Wkts | Best | Avg | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 68 | 80 | 4/22 | 23.66 | 8.23 | 17.2 |
| T20I | 12 | 11 | 2/23 | 29.45 | 7.93 | 22.2 |
| ODI | 27 | 41 | 4/25 | 25.19 | 4.93 | 30.6 |
| List A | 64 | 80 | 4/25 | 31.38 | 5.09 | 36.9 |
| First-class | 20 | 53 | 6/13 | 29.77 | 3.48 | 51.2 |
"All T20s" covers T20 internationals plus domestic and franchise T20 cricket. Stats from EntitySport, refreshed daily.
How UAE conditions suit him
UAE pitches can be slow, so pace bowlers rely on early swing with the new ball, cutters and change of pace. Most APL games start at 7:30 PM GST, and dew later in the evening can help batting sides chase, which puts extra value on accurate death bowling.
Nangarhar Cosmic fixtures
Where to watch Aftab Alam in the league stage (tentative, times in GST). Full dates on the APL 2026-27 schedule.
| Match | Date | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Mon, 28 Dec, 7:30 PM |  Kandahar WarriorsKAN |
| 5 | Thu, 31 Dec, 7:30 PM |  Akcel United KabulKAB |
| 8 | Sat, 2 Jan, 3:30 PM |  Team BalkhBAL |
| 10 | Sun, 3 Jan, 7:30 PM |  Team PaktiaPAK |
| 12 | Tue, 5 Jan, 7:30 PM | Kandahar WarriorsKAN |
| 15 | Fri, 8 Jan, 3:30 PM | Akcel United KabulKAB |
| 18 | Sat, 9 Jan, 7:30 PM | Team BalkhBAL |
| 20 | Mon, 11 Jan, 7:30 PM | Team PaktiaPAK |
Aftab Alam FAQs
Which team does Aftab Alam play for in APL 2026-27?
Aftab Alam plays for Nangarhar Cosmic in the Afghanistan Premier League 2026-27. The team is captained by Rahmat Shah.
What is Aftab Alam's APL 2026-27 draft category?
Aftab Alam was picked as one of Nangarhar Cosmic's Afghan squad players at the 3 November 2026 draft. A draft tier was not published for this pick.
What is Aftab Alam's T20 record?
In 68 T20 matches, Aftab Alam has scored 155 runs (average 9.11, strike rate 112.31, best 32) and taken 80 wickets (economy 8.23, best 4/22).
What is Aftab Alam's playing role?
Aftab Alam is a all-rounder (right hand bat, right arm fast).
How old is Aftab Alam?
Aftab Alam was born on 30 November 1992 in Nangarhar Province, so he is 33.
When is Nangarhar Cosmic's first APL 2026-27 match?
Nangarhar Cosmic open their campaign against Kandahar Warriors on Mon, 28 Dec at 7:30 PM GST at Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi (tentative schedule). They play 8 league matches in total.
Last updated 13 November 2026