AFG *159/6 (48 ov)
ZIM 339/10 (114.5 ov)
Nangarhar CosmicWho is Junaid Siddique?
Junaid has played 91 T20 internationals and 71 ODIs for UAE. In T20 internationals he has 126 T20I wickets at an economy of 7.63.
Junaid Siddique's role at Nangarhar Cosmic
Junaid is one of Nangarhar Cosmic's overseas players. Overseas places in the XI are limited, so he will compete with the other overseas players for a spot depending on conditions and the opposition. Other bowlers in the squad include Ziawrahman Sharifi, Zahir Khan Pakten and M. Yamin Ahmadzai.
T20 record explained
With the bat, Junaid scores at a strike rate of 89.9 in T20 cricket, which is patient by T20 standards, and averages 7.53.
With the ball, Junaid has taken 135 T20 wickets at an average of 21.08 and an economy rate of 7.91, which is about par for the format. He strikes once every 15.99 balls, has 5 four-wicket and 1 five-wicket hauls, and his best figures are 5/35. He bowls right arm medium fast.
Junaid Siddique batting stats
| Format | M | Inn | Runs | HS | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 103 | 34 | 98 | 18 | 7.53 | 89.9 |
| T20I | 91 | 32 | 96 | 18 | 7.38 | 92.3 |
| ODI | 71 | 51 | 155 | 16 | 5.34 | 61.51 |
| List A | 67 | 49 | 151 | 16 | 5.2 | 60.64 |
Junaid Siddique bowling stats
| Format | M | Wkts | Best | Avg | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 103 | 135 | 5/35 | 21.08 | 7.91 | 15.99 |
| T20I | 91 | 126 | 5/35 | 20.33 | 7.63 | 15.9 |
| ODI | 71 | 100 | 6/49 | 28.24 | 5.10 | 33.22 |
| List A | 67 | 98 | 6/49 | 27.07 | 5.06 | 32 |
"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 Junaid Siddique 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 |
Junaid Siddique FAQs
Which team does Junaid Siddique play for in APL 2026-27?
Junaid Siddique plays for Nangarhar Cosmic in the Afghanistan Premier League 2026-27. The team is captained by Rahmat Shah.
What is Junaid Siddique's APL 2026-27 draft category?
Junaid Siddique was picked as one of Nangarhar Cosmic's overseas squad players at the 3 November 2026 draft. A draft tier was not published for this pick.
What is Junaid Siddique's T20 record?
In 103 T20 matches, Junaid Siddique has scored 98 runs (average 7.53, strike rate 89.9, best 18) and taken 135 wickets (economy 7.91, best 5/35).
What is Junaid Siddique's playing role?
Junaid Siddique is a bowler (right hand bat, right arm medium fast).
How old is Junaid Siddique?
Junaid Siddique was born on 6 December 1992 in Multan, Pakistan, 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