Lahore, 4 February 2026: Mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed appeared in the latest episode of the PCB Podcast, which has been released and is available here for free download and editorial use.
In an extensive conversation, Abrar talks about his journey to the top level, injury struggles at the start of career, preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, his bowling approach in white-ball cricket, shifting between formats and how he goes about his famous celebration.
Abrar has so far taken 46 wickets in 10 Tests, 28 scalps in 14 ODIs and 46 in 34 T20Is. He began his international career in December 2022 against England and picked up 11 wickets including 7-114 in first innings, the third best bowling figures on Test debut for Pakistan.
The Karachi-born spinner also picked up the most wickets for Pakistan in the 2025 calendar year dismissing 53 batters in 34 matches across formats. Currently he is ranked 2nd in T20Is and 9th in ODIs in the ICC player rankings for bowlers.
