AFG *159/6 (48 ov)
ZIM 339/10 (114.5 ov)
Nangarhar CosmicWho is M. Yamin Ahmadzai?
M. has played 2 T20 internationals, 11 ODIs and 8 Tests for Afghanistan. In T20 internationals he has 5 T20I wickets at an economy of 9.06.
M. Yamin Ahmadzai's role at Nangarhar Cosmic
M. 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 bowlers in the squad include Ziawrahman Sharifi, Junaid Siddique and Zahir Khan Pakten.
T20 record explained
With the ball, M. has taken 40 T20 wickets at an average of 31 and an economy rate of 9.06, which is on the expensive side, the cost of attacking for wickets for the format. He strikes once every 20.5 balls, has 1 four-wicket and 0 five-wicket hauls, and his best figures are 4/33. He bowls right arm medium fast.
M. Yamin Ahmadzai batting stats
| Format | M | Inn | Runs | HS | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 41 | 15 | 38 | 8 | 5.42 | 71.69 |
| T20I | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
| ODI | 11 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 3.25 | 21.31 |
| Test | 8 | 15 | 77 | 19 | 5.92 | 37.37 |
| List A | 62 | 35 | 339 | 41 | 14.12 | 67.8 |
| First-class | 63 | 97 | 962 | 54 | 10.8 | 49.66 |
M. Yamin Ahmadzai bowling stats
| Format | M | Wkts | Best | Avg | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 41 | 40 | 4/33 | 31 | 9.06 | 20.5 |
| T20I | 2 | 5 | 3/34 | 13 | 9.06 | 8.6 |
| ODI | 11 | 13 | 4/71 | 31.54 | 5.42 | 34.92 |
| Test | 8 | 16 | 3/41 | 32 | 3.09 | 62 |
| List A | 62 | 96 | 6/33 | 24.76 | 5.02 | 29.5 |
| First-class | 63 | 217 | 8/13 | 21.77 | 3.13 | 41.6 |
"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 M. Yamin Ahmadzai 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 |
M. Yamin Ahmadzai FAQs
Which team does M. Yamin Ahmadzai play for in APL 2026-27?
M. Yamin Ahmadzai plays for Nangarhar Cosmic in the Afghanistan Premier League 2026-27. The team is captained by Rahmat Shah.
What is M. Yamin Ahmadzai's APL 2026-27 draft category?
M. Yamin Ahmadzai 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 M. Yamin Ahmadzai's T20 record?
In 41 T20 matches, M. Yamin Ahmadzai has scored 38 runs (average 5.42, strike rate 71.69, best 8) and taken 40 wickets (economy 9.06, best 4/33).
What is M. Yamin Ahmadzai's playing role?
M. Yamin Ahmadzai is a bowler (right hand bat, right arm medium fast).
How old is M. Yamin Ahmadzai?
M. Yamin Ahmadzai was born on 25 July 1992 in Laghman, so he is 34.
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