Zeeshan Abbasi
Zeeshan Abbasi | |
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| Born | July 12, 1982 Ayubia, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan |
| Occupation | Cricketer |
| Known for | Captain of the Pakistan blind cricket team |
Zeeshan Abbasi () (born July 12, 1982, in Ayubia, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) is a Pakistani cricketer who is visually impaired and serves as the captain of the Pakistan blind cricket team. He participates in competitions within the B2 division.
Career
Abbasi made his international debut in 2000, showcasing his skills as a left-arm fast bowler and a right-handed batsman. Throughout his career, he has appeared in 22 One Day International matches and 11 T20 International fixtures.
Acid drinking
On December 8, 2012, during the T20 Blind Cricket World Cup held in Bangalore, India, Abbasi unintentionally consumed a glass containing acid (phenyl) that had been intentionally placed on his breakfast table, as reported by Sultan Shah, chairman of the Pakistan Blind Cricket Council. Despite this incident, he was declared fit to participate in matches the following day.
External links
- Profile: Zeeshan Abbasi at the PBCC