AFG *159/6 (48 ov)
ZIM 339/10 (114.5 ov)
Kandahar WarriorsWho is Muslim Musa?
Muslim has not played international cricket yet; his record comes from domestic and franchise T20 cricket, which makes the APL a chance to push for national selection.
Muslim Musa's role at Kandahar Warriors
Muslim is one of the Afghan players in the Kandahar Warriors 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 Rashid Khan, Mohammad Amir, Tymal Mills and Farid Ahmad Malik.
T20 record explained
With the bat, Muslim scores at a strike rate of 156.92 in T20 cricket, which is explosive by T20 standards, and averages 16.1. He has hit 22 sixes and 19 fours, about one six every 1.3 innings.
With the ball, Muslim has taken 30 T20 wickets at an average of 28.93 and an economy rate of 9.36, which is on the expensive side, the cost of attacking for wickets for the format. He strikes once every 18.5 balls and his best figures are 3/18. He bowls right arm medium.
Muslim Musa batting stats
| Format | M | Inn | Runs | HS | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 35 | 29 | 306 | 42 | 16.1 | 156.92 |
| List A | 5 | 4 | 52 | 44 | 17.33 | 100 |
| First-class | 22 | 35 | 694 | 166 | 22.38 | 50.18 |
Muslim Musa bowling stats
| Format | M | Wkts | Best | Avg | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 35 | 30 | 3/18 | 28.93 | 9.36 | 18.5 |
| List A | 5 | 4 | 3/28 | 47 | 4.82 | 58.5 |
| First-class | 22 | 36 | 5/104 | 47.8 | 3.7 | 77.3 |
"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.
Kandahar Warriors fixtures
Where to watch Muslim Musa 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 |  Nangarhar CosmicNAN |
| 4 | Wed, 30 Dec, 7:30 PM |  Team BalkhBAL |
| 6 | Fri, 1 Jan, 3:30 PM |  Team PaktiaPAK |
| 9 | Sat, 2 Jan, 7:30 PM |  Akcel United KabulKAB |
| 12 | Tue, 5 Jan, 7:30 PM | Nangarhar CosmicNAN |
| 14 | Thu, 7 Jan, 7:30 PM | Team BalkhBAL |
| 16 | Fri, 8 Jan, 7:30 PM | Team PaktiaPAK |
| 17 | Sat, 9 Jan, 3:30 PM | Akcel United KabulKAB |
Muslim Musa FAQs
Which team does Muslim Musa play for in APL 2026-27?
Muslim Musa plays for Kandahar Warriors in the Afghanistan Premier League 2026-27. The team is captained by Rashid Khan.
What is Muslim Musa's APL 2026-27 draft category?
Muslim Musa was picked as one of Kandahar Warriors's Afghan squad players at the 3 November 2026 draft. A draft tier was not published for this pick.
What is Muslim Musa's T20 record?
In 35 T20 matches, Muslim Musa has scored 306 runs (average 16.1, strike rate 156.92, best 42) and taken 30 wickets (economy 9.36, best 3/18).
What is Muslim Musa's playing role?
Muslim Musa is a bowler (right hand bat, right arm medium).
How old is Muslim Musa?
Muslim Musa was born on 15 January 1997, so he is 29.
When is Kandahar Warriors's first APL 2026-27 match?
Kandahar Warriors open their campaign against Nangarhar Cosmic 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