Yusuf Pathan Biography: Age, Net Worth, Pictures, Children, Height, Awards

Yusuf Pathan is a retired Indian cricketer known as a hard-hitting all-rounder.

He is known for his powerful batting and ability to hit big sixes, and he gained popularity for his performances in both international cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Yusuf first came into the limelight during the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, where he played in the final against Pakistan.

However, his career-defining moments came through explosive batting in the IPL, particularly during his time with Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders.

Profile

• Full name: Yusuf Khan Pathan
• Date of birth: November 17, 1982
• Age: 42 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Baroda, Gujarat, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Profession: Cricketer (Retired), Entrepreneur
• Height: 6 feet 1 inch
• Parents: Mehmood Khan Pathan, Samimbanu Pathan
• Siblings: Irfan Pathan (Brother), Shagufta Pathan (Sister)
• Spouse: Afreen Khan
• Children: Ayaan Pathan, Riyaan Pathan
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Islam
• Ethnicity: Indian
• Net worth: $30 million

Early Life and Education

Yusuf Pathan was born in Baroda, Gujarat, on November 17, 1982. Now, at the age of 42, Yusuf grew up in a cricket-loving family.

His father, Mehmood Khan Pathan, played domestic cricket for Baroda, and his younger brother, Irfan Pathan, also became a prominent cricketer for the Indian national team.

Yusuf spent his early years in Baroda, where he attended MES High School. He was raised in a modest, cricket-centric household, which significantly influenced his path in life.

Yusuf belongs to the Pathan ethnic community and follows Islam. His formal education was aligned with his early cricketing aspiration.

Personal Life

Yusuf Pathan is married to Afreen Khan, a physiotherapist. The couple tied the knot on March 27, 2013.

They have two sons, Ayaan and Riyaan. Yusuf and Afreen’s marriage has remained a private affair, with the cricketer often sharing glimpses of their family life on social media.

Yusuf’s close bond with his brother, Irfan Pathan, is also well-known, and the two share a familial bond that extends to their professional endeavors, such as co-founding the Cricket Academy of Pathans, a coaching center to nurture young cricketing talent.

Career

Yusuf Pathan began his professional cricket career in domestic cricket with Baroda, excelling as an all-rounder.

His performances in the 2007-08 domestic season earned him a spot in the Rajasthan Royals squad for the inaugural IPL 2008. Yusuf’s powerful hitting and handy off-spin made him a standout performer and played a crucial role in Rajasthan Royals’ victory that season.

One of his most memorable performances came in 2010, when he scored a century off just 37 balls against Mumbai Indians, setting a then-record for the fastest century in IPL history.

Internationally, Yusuf made his debut for India in 2007 during the T20 World Cup final, and later, in 2008, he debuted in One Day Internationals (ODIs).

He played 57 ODIs and 22 T20Is, accumulating 810 runs and 236 runs, respectively, and 46 international wickets.

Yusuf was also part of India’s 2011 World Cup-winning squad, although he did not contribute significantly in the tournament’s later stages.

He continued a successful IPL career with Kolkata Knight Riders, where he was part of two championship-winning teams (2012, 2014).

Yusuf retired from all forms of cricket in 2021, leaving a legacy as one of the most explosive lower-order batsmen in India’s limited-overs history.

Awards

• IPL Trophy with Rajasthan Royals (2008)
• IPL Trophies with Kolkata Knight Riders (2012, 2014)
• ICC T20 World Cup (2007)
• ICC ODI World Cup (2011)
• Man of the Match awards in international matches and IPL

Net Worth

Yusuf Pathan’s net worth is estimated at $30 million.

His wealth comes from his successful cricket career, including IPL contracts and brand endorsements with companies such as Pepsi, Tata Indicom, and Reebok. He has also invested in real estate.

Controversy

Yusuf Pathan has been involved in a few controversies throughout his career. One of the most significant occurred in 2017 when he was handed a five-month suspension after failing a doping test.

The substance detected was Terbutaline, which is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Pathan clarified that the substance was inadvertently consumed through a prescribed medication for a throat infection.

Despite this, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) imposed a ban, which affected his career.

Another controversy occurred during a Ranji Trophy match in which Yusuf slapped a young fan who had allegedly passed offensive comments.

Additionally, he was involved in a public altercation where he slapped another individual while out with his family, further adding to his off-field controversies.

Despite these incidents, Yusuf’s image as a professional cricketer remained largely untarnished, and he continued to be respected for his contributions to Indian cricket.

In 2024, Yusuf faced another issue when the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) sent him a notice for allegedly encroaching on government-owned land. The legal proceedings in this case are ongoing.

Social Media

• Instagram: @yusuf_pathan
• Twitter: @iamyusufpathan