Saad Baig Biography: Birthday, Career, Stats and Records

Saad Baig is a young Pakistani left‑handed batter and wicket‑keeper who made his ODI debut in 2026.

Saad Baig is 20 years old. Born 1 November 2006.

By Avinash Sinha · 1 day ago

Saad Baig was born on 1 November 2006. He is a left‑handed batter and wicket‑keeper who represents Pakistan at international level and plays domestically for Karachi Blues. After progressing through the Pakistan under‑19 set‑up, he broke into senior cricket, scoring a maiden first‑class century in 2025 and earning Player of the Tournament honours in the Quaid‑e‑Azam Trophy. His early promise was rewarded with selection for the Karachi Kings in the 2025 Pakistan Super League and a debut for the national side in October 2026.

Saad Baig: quick facts

Born: 1 November 2006
Team: Pakistan

Saad Baig career statistics

Batting

Format	Matches	Innings	Runs	Highest	Average	Strike rate	100s	50s
ODIs	5	5	185	74	37.00	92.96	0	1

Figures as of 11 November 2026. Figures from Cricsheet (cricsheet.org), Open Data Commons Attribution licence.

Saad Baig’s domestic career

In the shorter format, Baig was drafted by the Karachi Kings for the 2025 Pakistan Super League, where he featured as a wicket‑keeper‑batter. The same year he also turned out for the Dhande Fighters in the Khatri Premier League, hitting a century against the Wada Hunters in July 2025. His performances in both leagues highlighted his adaptability across formats and cemented his reputation as a rising talent in Pakistani domestic cricket.

Saad Baig’s international career

Across five ODIs, Baig has compiled 185 runs in five innings at an average of 37 and a strike rate of 92.96. His highest score of 74 came against Sri Lanka at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on 31 October 2026, complemented by a fifty‑run knock earlier in the series. He has recorded one half‑century, taken three catches, and contributed consistently with the bat, including scores of 39, 35 and 32 against Sri Lanka and England in the same month.

Saad Baig’s franchise and league career

In addition to the PSL, Baig featured for the Dhande Fighters in the Khatri Premier League during 2025. He made a notable impact by scoring a century against the Wada Hunters, demonstrating his ability to dominate in the power‑play and finish innings strongly. These league experiences have broadened his skill set and prepared him for the demands of international cricket.

Saad Baig’s playing style

As a wicket‑keeper, Baig exhibits quick reflexes and sharp glovework, contributing three catches in his early ODI outings. His strike rate of 92.96 in ODIs indicates a measured yet proactive approach, often rotating the strike and capitalising on scoring opportunities in the middle overs.

Saad Baig’s records and achievements

In international cricket, his top ODI score of 74 against Sri Lanka at Gaddafi Stadium on 31 October 2026 stands out as his best innings to date. Within his first five ODIs he has maintained an average of 37, a strike rate of 92.96 and contributed three catches, marking a promising start to his senior career.