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My Take
Wasim Akram is one of those rare athletes whose mastery transcends his sport. Widely revered as the Sultan of Swing and counted among the greatest bowlers of all time, the Lahore-born left-armer made a cricket ball bend like it was under a spell. Even for those who don't follow cricket, his artistry is worth appreciating; he was Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1993 and captained Pakistan with distinction. What I respect most is his second life as a commentator and coach, giving back to the game that defined him. A man who poured an entire life into a single craft, and earned his crown.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Wasim Akram
- Name (Japanese)
- ワジム・アクラム
- Reading
- わじむ・あくらむ
- Born
- June 3, 1966 (age 60)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Horse
- Origin
- Lahore, Lahore District, Pakistan
- Occupation
- cricketer / athlete
2. Background
- University
- Islamia College
Awards & achievements
- 1993 Wisden Cricketer of the Year
- Pride of Performance
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Wasim Akram born?
Born June 3, 1966 (age 60).
Where is Wasim Akram from?
Wasim Akram is from Lahore, Lahore District, Pakistan.
What does Wasim Akram do?
Wasim Akram works as cricketer, athlete.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.