Shan Masood

Shan Masood is a Pakistani international cricketer who currently captains the Pakistan national cricket team in Test cricket, bringing extensive experience from both domestic and international arenas. After making his international Test debut in October 2013 against South Africa, Shan Masood immediately distinguished himself by scoring 75 runs, becoming only the third Pakistani batsman to achieve a half-century and a duck on debut. Masood first showcased his talent in the 2007–08 season of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, making his first-class debut for Karachi Whites and scoring 54 runs. His early career culminated in a maiden Test century in July 2015 against Sri Lanka, where his crucial contribution helped secure Pakistan’s highest successful chase in Test history, marking him as a pivotal batsman for the national side.

His batting form continued to impress as he scored his fifth Test century while captaining in 2024, followed by his sixth Test century against South Africa in 2025, consistently delivering strong performances at the highest level of the game.