10 Facts About the Life and Cricket Career of Irfan Pathan

Born on October 27, 1984, in Vadodara, Gujarat, to a modest family.

His father worked as a muezzin, and his brother, Yusuf Pathan, is also a cricketer.

Made his ODI debut on January 9, 2004, and Test debut on December 12, 2003, both against Australia.

Known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, earning comparisons to Wasim Akram.

Took a hat-trick in the first over of a Test match against Pakistan in 2006.

Contributed as a batsman, with a highest Test score of 102 against Pakistan in 2007.

Key player in India's victory, earning Man of the Match in the final for his bowling.

Played for Baroda in domestic cricket and various IPL teams, including Kings XI Punjab and Chennai Super Kings.

Career hampered by injuries, affecting his consistency and performance.

Retired on January 4, 2020, and now works as a cricket commentator and coach, running the Cricket Academy of Pathans with his brother.