AFG *159/6 (48 ov)
ZIM 339/10 (114.5 ov)
Akcel United KabulWho is Saleem Safi?
Saleem has played 1 T20 international, 6 ODIs and 3 Tests for Afghanistan.
Saleem Safi's role at Akcel United Kabul
Saleem is one of the Afghan players in the Akcel United Kabul 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 Fazalhaq Farooqi, Dushmantha Chameera, Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Imran Tahir.
T20 record explained
With the ball, Saleem has taken 38 T20 wickets at an average of 28.18 and an economy rate of 8.36, which is about par for the format. He strikes once every 20.2 balls, has 1 four-wicket and 0 five-wicket hauls, and his best figures are 4/40. He bowls right arm fast.
Saleem Safi batting stats
| Format | M | Inn | Runs | HS | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 35 | 12 | 48 | 10 | 6 | 100 |
| T20I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ODI | 6 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 15.00 | 68.18 |
| Test | 3 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 2.20 | 37.93 |
| List A | 38 | 23 | 104 | 24 | 7.42 | 53.06 |
| First-class | 18 | 23 | 117 | 28 | 7.31 | 55.45 |
Saleem Safi bowling stats
| Format | M | Wkts | Best | Avg | Econ | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All T20s | 35 | 38 | 4/40 | 28.18 | 8.36 | 20.2 |
| T20I | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14.33 | 0 |
| ODI | 6 | 2 | 1/62 | 154.50 | 7.89 | 117.50 |
| Test | 3 | 10 | 6/140 | 34.10 | 4.13 | 49.60 |
| List A | 38 | 62 | 5/51 | 25.69 | 5.5 | 28 |
| First-class | 18 | 58 | 6/140 | 28.43 | 3.44 | 49.5 |
"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.
Akcel United Kabul fixtures
Where to watch Saleem Safi in the league stage (tentative, times in GST). Full dates on the APL 2026-27 schedule.
| Match | Date | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Tue, 29 Dec, 7:30 PM |  Team PaktiaPAK |
| 5 | Thu, 31 Dec, 7:30 PM |  Nangarhar CosmicNAN |
| 7 | Fri, 1 Jan, 7:30 PM |  Team BalkhBAL |
| 9 | Sat, 2 Jan, 7:30 PM |  Kandahar WarriorsKAN |
| 13 | Wed, 6 Jan, 7:30 PM | Team PaktiaPAK |
| 15 | Fri, 8 Jan, 3:30 PM | Nangarhar CosmicNAN |
| 17 | Sat, 9 Jan, 3:30 PM | Kandahar WarriorsKAN |
| 19 | Sun, 10 Jan, 7:30 PM | Team BalkhBAL |
Saleem Safi FAQs
Which team does Saleem Safi play for in APL 2026-27?
Saleem Safi plays for Akcel United Kabul in the Afghanistan Premier League 2026-27. The team is captained by Azmatullah Omarzai.
What is Saleem Safi's APL 2026-27 draft category?
Saleem Safi was picked as one of Akcel United Kabul's Afghan squad players at the 3 November 2026 draft. A draft tier was not published for this pick.
What is Saleem Safi's T20 record?
In 35 T20 matches, Saleem Safi has scored 48 runs (average 6, strike rate 100, best 10) and taken 38 wickets (economy 8.36, best 4/40).
What is Saleem Safi's playing role?
Saleem Safi is a bowler (right hand bat, right arm fast).
How old is Saleem Safi?
Saleem Safi was born on 9 September 2002, so he is 24.
When is Akcel United Kabul's first APL 2026-27 match?
Akcel United Kabul open their campaign against Team Paktia on Tue, 29 Dec at 7:30 PM GST at Dubai International Stadium, Dubai (tentative schedule). They play 8 league matches in total.
Last updated 13 November 2026