Rashid Khan Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Wife, Team, Awards

Rashid Khan Arman is an Afghan cricketer who rose to prominence through his exceptional leg-spin bowling.

Making his international debut for Afghanistan in 2015, he quickly established himself as a consistent wicket-taker in limited-overs formats.

His performances in various T20 leagues around the world, including the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Big Bash League (BBL), further solidified his reputation as a leading spinner in the shortest format of the game.

Profile

• Full name: Rashid Khan Arman
• Date of birth: September 20, 1998
• Age: 27 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan
• Nationality: Afghan
• Profession: Cricketer
• Height: 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
• Parents: His father, Haji Khalil, was a businessman who passed away in December 2018. His mother died in June 2020 after a prolonged illness.  
• Siblings: Rashid comes from a large family with ten siblings, including six brothers—Amir Khan, Raza Khan, Zaki Ullah, and Jalil Khan—and four sisters.  
• Spouse: Rashid Khan got married on October 3, 2024, in Kabul. The identity of his wife has not been publicly disclosed.  
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Islam
• Ethnicity: Pashtun
• Net worth: $4 million

Early Life and Education

Rashid Khan was born on September 20, 1998, in Nangarhar Province, Afghanistan, into a large Pashtun family with ten siblings. Due to the ongoing conflict in Afghanistan during his early years, his family relocated to Pakistan, where they lived in a refugee camp in Peshawar.

It was during this time that Rashid was introduced to cricket, often playing with his brothers. He admired Pakistani all-rounder Shahid Afridi and modelled his bowling action after him.

Upon returning to Afghanistan, Rashid continued his education and cricketing pursuits. He attended Nangarhar High School in Jalalabad. His performances in local matches caught the attention of selectors, leading to his inclusion in the national team.  

Personal Life

Rashid Khan got married on October 3, 2024, in Kabul, in a traditional Pashtun ceremony. Interestingly, his three brothers also tied the knot on the same day, making it a significant family celebration.

The wedding was attended by several members of the Afghanistan national team, including Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb-ur-Rahman. Details about his spouse and children are not publicly available.

Career

Rashid Khan made his One Day International (ODI) debut for Afghanistan on October 18, 2015, against Zimbabwe. His T20 International debut followed shortly after on October 26, 2015, also against Zimbabwe. He quickly became a key player for Afghanistan, known for his leg-spin bowling and ability to take wickets in crucial moments.  

In June 2017, he achieved the best bowling figures for an associate nation in an ODI match. By February 2018, he became the youngest player to top the ICC Player Rankings for bowlers in ODIs and T20Is.  

Rashid has played for various T20 franchises worldwide, including Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League (BBL), and Lahore Qalandars in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).  

He was also appointed as the captain of the Afghanistan national team across all formats in 2019. His consistent performances have made him one of the most sought-after players in global T20 leagues.

Awards

• ICC Men’s T20I Player of the Decade (2011–2020)
• ICC Associate Cricketer of the Year (2017)
• Named in ICC Men’s T20I Team of the Year (2024)
• Player of the Tournament – Afghanistan Premier League (2018)
• Fastest to 100 wickets in ODIs (44 matches)
• Fastest to 100 wickets in T20Is (53 matches)
• Youngest captain in Test cricket history (20 years and 350 days)

Net Worth

Rashid Khan’s estimated net worth is $4 million. His income sources include salaries from the Afghanistan Cricket Board, contracts with various T20 franchises like the IPL, BBL, and PSL, as well as brand endorsements.  

Social Media

• Instagram: @rashid.khan19
• X: @rashidkhan_19