Asif Iqbal

Asif Iqbal

cricketer Pakistan

Asif Iqbal is a former Pakistani cricketer and captain, renowned for his contributions to the sport during his playing career from 1964 to 1980. He played 58 Test matches and 10 One Day Internationals for Pakistan and is celebrated for his leadership and strategic insights into the game. In a recent interview, he discussed the current state of cricket, defending the Pakistani team amid criticism and highlighting the challenges faced by English cricket, particularly during the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy where both teams struggled. Iqbal's legacy in cricket continues as he offers thoughtful analysis and commentary on the evolving dynamics of the sport.

Born on Jan 01, 1941 (84 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
189,734
Power
403$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Bangladesh 1 5.00 0.12% +0% 164,689,383 189,734 $350,000 403$
Totals 1 164,689,383 189,734 $350,000 403$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Asif Iqbal is a conservationist from WWF Pakistan who is involved in the project to protect snow leopards. 8

BBC: Could AI text alerts help save snow leopards from extinction?

India India: Asif Iqbal, a former Pakistan captain, expressed his views on the state of cricket in Pakistan and England. 7

The Times of India: Icc Champions Trophy: Former Pakistan captain: 'Why is no one talking about English cricket?' | Cricket News