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Top 5 youngest players in T20 World Cup 2022

The T20 format of cricket is enjoyed by the masses who believe this format is all about youngsters. Cricket boards around the globe have also given opportunities to youngsters of this format. The latest edition of the T20 World Cup is taking place at Australia with 16 teams taking part in the competition.

In this article, let’s have a look at the top 5 youngest players to be a part of the T20 World Cup.

Top 5 youngest players in T20 World Cup 2022

1. Aayan Afzal Khan

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Aayan Afzal Khan of the UAE was selected for the playing XI for the match against the Netherlands. Khan who was born on November 15, 2005, is yet to turn 17 but has already participated in two games in the largest T20I tournament of the year. In two games, he bagged two wickets.

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2. Mohammad Amir

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Mohammad Amir was 17 years when he played for Pakistan in T20 World Cup winning team(2009). He was a consistent player, unlike Shehzad. In seven games, the left-arm fast bowler claimed six wickets. He played his first T20I against England in that competition.

3. Rashid Khan

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When Rashid Khan was 17 years and 170 days old, he was selected for the starting lineup in the match against Scotland. He had a stat of 2/28, and was Afghanistan’s top bowler in the match. He contributed to his team’s 14 runs that helped the team win.

4. Ahmed Shehzad

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On May 7, 2009, Pakistani opener Ahmed Shehzad played his first T20I match against Australia. At the 2009 T20 World Cup, he made his debut for Pakistan, opening the innings alongside Salman Butt against England.

5. George Dockrell

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The youngest participant from his nation in the major competition is George Dockrell. At the age of 17 years and 282 days, he was given a spot in Ireland’s starting lineup for their T20 World Cup 2010 encounter against the West Indies. He bowled a game-changing 3/16 overs. However, Ireland lost the game.

Read more: T20 World Cup 2022: Teams that have made it to the Super 12

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