| Ramiz Raja Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
| Weight | 71 kg |
| Date of Birth | August 14, 1962 |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Spouse | Ambreen Ramiz Raja |
Ramiz Raja is a former Pakistani cricketer who was part of the winning team that lifted Pakistan’s first World Cup in 1992. He opened his second innings as a successful cricket commentator for international matches as well as IPL. Moreover, he is the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board as of 2022.
Born Name
Ramiz Hasan Raja
Nick Name
Ramiz
Sun Sign
Leo
Born Place
Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan
Nationality
Education
Ramiz was educated at the Sadiq Public School in Bahawalpur. He went on to attend St. Anthony’s High School and Government College University, both in Lahore.
Additionally, he holds a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree from Aitchison College in Lahore.
Occupation
Former Cricketer, Cricket Commentator
Family
- Father – Saleem Akhtar (Former Cricketer)
- Siblings – Wasim Raja (Older Brother) (Former Cricketer), Zaeem Raja (Older Brother) (Former Cricketer)
Bowling Style
Legbreak
Batting Style
Right-handed
Role
Batsman
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 10 in or 178 cm
Weight
71 kg or 156.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Ramiz Raja has dated –
- Ambreen Ramiz Raja – Pakistan’s former cricket captain is happily married to his wife named Ambreen. The couple shares 2 sons together, including Haider Raja.
Race / Ethnicity
Asian
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
His hairstyle
Brand Endorsements
Ramiz has endorsed brands like –
- Head & Shoulders
- Pepsi
Religion
Islam
Ramiz Raja Facts
- He was born on the 15th anniversary of Pakistan’s Independence.
- Ramiz has scored 3 World Cup hundreds in 13 games spanning 2 editions. In doing so, he joined the company of Vivian Richards, who achieved this feat in 19 matches over 4 World Cup editions.
- In November 1987, he became the first batsman to be given out for obstructing the field in an ODI match.
- Ramiz was the first cricketer to take a catch from the last ball of a World Cup tournament. He caught Richard Illingworth off Imran Khan in the last over against England, leading Pakistan to its first World Cup victory in 1992.
- In November 2023, Ramiz claimed that NASA’s scientists set the diet plan of footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, for which was mocked.
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