10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan was born in a Marathi Muslim family in Shrirampur, he started his domestic career by playing for Baroda in domestic matches before switching to Mumbai.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan is the recipient of prestigious Arjuna Award in 2011.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan is also affectionately called Zak or Zakky.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan was declared Wisden Cricketer of the Year 2008.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Captain MS Dhoni considered Zaheer Khan as the Sachin Tendulkar of Indian bowling attack.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan Made his international Test debut against Bangladesh and ODI debut against Kenya during the ICC Knock Out Trophy in 2000.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan’s 300th test wicket was South African legend Jacques Kallis.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan partnered record 133 runs for the 10th wicket with Sachin Tendulkar as No. 11 batsman when he scored fluent 75 with the bat.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan dismissed the Sri Lankan legend Sangakkara 11 times (6 times in tests and 5 times in ODIs) in his career.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan

Zaheer Khan has played for several teams such as India, Asia XI, Baroda, Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai, Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

10 things you must know about Zaheer Khan