Kaun Hai Zaheer Khan?
Zaheer Khan is an Indian cricketer who is known for his deadly swing bowling and match-winning performances. 7 October 1978 ko Maharashtra ke Shrirampur mein paida hue, Zaheer ne apne talent aur dedication se Indian fast bowling ka pura landscape badal diya.
Early Life & Background
Zaheer ka janm ek middle-class Muslim family mein hua. Uncle is a photographer, and his mother is a school teacher. Cricket ke liye unka junoon unke bachpan se hi dikhne laga tha. Zaheer ne Shrirampur se schooling complete ki aur uske baad Mumbai shift hue apna cricketing career pursue karne ke liye.
The Unhone MRF Pace Foundation (Chennai) trained me under Australian legend Dennis Lillee, where his swing and pace grabbed everyone’s attention.
Cricket Career: India’s Fast Bowling Star
Debut & Early Years (2000-2003)
Zaheer in 2000 made his ODI debut in Kenya against kiya ICC Knockout Trophy. Unka Test debut bhi usi year Bangladesh ke against hua. Pehli hi series se Zaheer ne prove kar diya ki woh ek promising fast bowler hain.
2003 World Cup and Injury Setbacks (2003-2007)
2003 World Cup mein Zaheer ne kaafi acha perform kiya, lekin kuch injuries ki wajah se unka form thoda affect hua. Lekin unhone kabhi give up nahi kiya.
Comeback & 2011 World Cup Hero (2007-2011)
Injuries ke baad Zaheer ne dhamakedaar comeback kiya. 2011 Cricket World Cup mein unhone 21 wickets liye aur India ki jeet mein crucial role play kiya.
Final Years & Retirement (2012-2015)
Zaheer in 2014 played his last Test match in New Zealand against New Zealand. 2015 mein officially unhone international cricket se retirement le liya.
Zaheer Khan’s IPL Journey
Zaheer ne IPL mein bhi apna jalwa dikhaya.
- Mumbai Indians
- Royal Challengers Bangalore
- Delhi Daredevils (captain bhi rahe 2016-2017)
Unki leadership aur experience ne IPL teams ko kaafi help kiya.
Retirement Ke Baad Life
Cricket se retire hone ke baad Zaheer commentator aur analyst ban gaye. Saath hi woh Mumbai Indians ke Director of Cricket Operations bhi ban gaye. Unka cricketing knowledge aaj bhi fans aur players ke liye inspiring hai.
Business Ventures & Endorsements
Zaheer ek successful entrepreneur bhi hain.
- Zaheer Khan’s Dine Fine—Pune mein restaurant
- TOSS—ek sports lounge
- StepSetGo—ek fitness app co-founder
- Sher Khan—clothing brand co-owner
Unhone Nike, Pepsi, JW Marriott, aur Asus jaise brands ka endorsement bhi kiya hai.
Zaheer Khan’s Personal Life
Zaheer Khan ne Bollywood actress Sagarika Ghatge se 2017 mein shaadi ki. Dono social media pe kaafi active hain aur fans unki jodi ko pasand karte hain. April 2025 mein unke ghar ek baby boy ka janm hua—Fatehsinh Khan.
Zaheer Khan Net Worth (2025)
Zaheer Khan’s estimated net worth is approx. ₹205 crore (25 million USD). Unka’s income sources:
- Cricket and IPL contracts
- Business ventures
- Brand endorsements
- Commentary & Media work
Awards & Achievements
- Arjuna Award (2011)
- Padma Shri (2020)
- 2011 World Cup’s highest wicket-taker (India)
- Total 600+ international wickets
Zaheer Khan’s Legacy
Zaheer Khan ne Indian cricket mein fast bowling culture ko establish kiya. Unka contribution sirf matches tak simit nahi raha—unhone young pacers jaise Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar, aur Ishant Sharma ko bhi guide kiya.
Final Words:
Zaheer Khan ki kahani ek inspiration hai—chhote sheher se lekar world stage tak ka safar. His dedication, calm nature, and cricketing brilliance make him a true legend. Cricket se retirement ke baad bhi woh Indian sports ke ek shining star hain.
