Born on 12 August 2001, Sediqullah Atal is a right‑hand opening batter from Afghanistan. He first entered professional cricket through domestic T20 competitions before progressing to the senior national team, where he has played Tests, ODIs and T20Is. Atal has also appeared in franchise cricket, notably the Indian Premier League with Delhi Capitals.

His career highlights include a record‑breaking partnership in an ODI against Ireland, a player‑of‑the‑tournament award in the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, and consistent performances across formats for Afghanistan.

Sediqullah Atal: quick facts

  • Born: 12 August 2001
  • Team: Afghanistan

Sediqullah Atal’s early life

Sediqullah Atal was born on 12 August 2001 in Afghanistan. Showing promise at a young age, he entered the national cricketing pathway and earned selection for Afghanistan's squad for the Under‑19 Cricket World Cup in 2020. His early exposure to international youth competition laid the foundation for his rapid rise through the ranks, culminating in senior team involvement within a few years.

Sediqullah Atal’s domestic career

Atal's first appearance in the Twenty20 format came on 7 September 2020 when he represented the Kabul Eagles in the Shpageeza Cricket League. He later made his List A debut on 17 October 2021, playing for Band‑e‑Amir Region in the Ghazi Amanullah Khan Regional One Day Tournament. Expanding his experience beyond Afghanistan, he joined the Delhi Capitals for the 2025 Indian Premier League, making his IPL debut against the Punjab Kings on 24 May 2025.

Sediqullah Atal’s international career

He entered the senior international arena in 2023, debuting in a Twenty20 International against Pakistan on 27 March 2023. Over the period from October to November 2026, he featured in three T20Is, scoring 39 runs with a top score of 20, and in three ODIs, amassing 112 runs, the highest being 102. His sole Test appearance in the same span yielded 128 runs across two innings, with a top score of 111. A standout performance arrived on 12 August 2026, when he recorded a personal best 143 runs from 120 balls in the fourth ODI against Ireland, forging a 231‑run second‑wicket partnership with Ibrahim Zadran, Afghanistan's highest for that wicket.

Sediqullah Atal’s franchise and league career

Beyond domestic Afghan competitions, Atal's involvement in franchise cricket includes his stint with the Delhi Capitals in the 2025 IPL season. His debut match for the Capitals was against the Punjab Kings on 24 May 2025, where he began to showcase his aggressive opening style on a global stage. Participation in the IPL has complemented his experience from the Shpageeza League, broadening his exposure to varied playing conditions.

Sediqullah Atal’s playing style

Primarily an opening batter, Atal combines a solid technique with an attacking mindset, often seeking to dominate the early overs. His ability to rotate the strike and accelerate when required is reflected in his high strike rates, such as the 145 recorded during the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup. He is comfortable against both pace and spin, and his performances indicate a preference for building substantial innings while maintaining a brisk scoring tempo.

Sediqullah Atal’s records and achievements

Atal earned the player‑of‑the‑tournament accolade in the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup after compiling 368 runs in five matches, with individual scores of 83, 95, 52, 83 and 55, resulting in an average of 122.66 and a strike rate of 145. He also contributed to Afghanistan A's maiden tournament victory. His partnership of 231 runs with Ibrahim Zadran in an ODI against Ireland set a new national record for the second wicket. Recent international statistics from late 2026 show consistent contributions across formats, underscoring his growing importance to the Afghan side.

Sediqullah Atal in internationals, last 12 months

  • T20I: 3 matches, 39 runs in 3 innings (highest 20)
  • ODI: 3 matches, 112 runs in 3 innings (highest 102)
  • Test: 1 match, 128 runs in 2 innings (highest 111)

Sediqullah Atal: frequently asked questions

When was Sediqullah Atal born?

Sediqullah Atal was born on 12 August 2001.

Which teams has Sediqullah Atal played for?

Sediqullah Atal plays international cricket for Afghanistan.

What are Sediqullah Atal’s international stats in the last 12 months?

From October 2026 to November 2026, Sediqullah Atal played T20I: 3 matches, 39 runs in 3 innings (highest 20); ODI: 3 matches, 112 runs in 3 innings (highest 102); Test: 1 match, 128 runs in 2 innings (highest 111).