Sun Jan 26 09:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Rawalpindi Pacer Kashif Ali Makes Test Debut for Pakistan
**MULTAN, PAKISTAN –** Thirty-year-old Kashif Ali made his highly anticipated Test debut for Pakistan against the West Indies on January 25th, 2025, at the Multan Cricket Stadium. The right-arm medium-pace bowler, hailing from Rawalpindi – the same city as legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar – shared the new ball with Sajid Khan.
Despite the Multan pitch favoring spin, Ali made an immediate impact, claiming the wicket of West Indies opener Mikyle Louis in his very first over, finishing his four-over spell with figures of 1/16.
While Ali’s PSL and franchise cricket experience is limited, his domestic career boasts impressive statistics. He has played 36 first-class matches, taking 101 wickets at an economy rate of 3.41, a testament to his consistent performance. His first-class experience significantly outweighs his limited T20 appearances (nine matches, three wickets).
In a heartwarming social media post, Ali credited his young daughter’s prayers and his unwavering dedication for his success. He also revealed a challenging journey, including moments where he considered abandoning cricket altogether before ultimately achieving his Test debut.
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