TMC Fields Yusuf Pathan Against Adhir Chowdhury: Here's What You Need to Know

Yusuf Pathan vs Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury

The ex-Indian all-rounder is expected to contest against West Bengal Congress president Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury in Baharampur, who is known for his criticism of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Who is Yusuf Pathan?

Yusuf Pathan, known for his all-round abilities, was a member of Indias victorious teams in the 2007 ICC WT20 and the 2011 ICC World Cup.

IPL stint

Pathan gained prominence in the Indian Premier League (IPL), playing for teams like Rajasthan Royals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Sunrisers Hyderabad, which led to his national selection.

Pathan Brothers

A seasoned player for the Baroda Ranji team, Yusuf is the elder half-brother of former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan.

Impeccable cricketer

His international debut was in the final of the 2007 ICC WT20 against Pakistan. He represented India in 22 T20Is and played 57 ODIs, scoring 810 runs and taking 33 wickets.

When did he announce his retirement?

Yusuf announced his retirement from international cricket in 2021.

First-class record

A consistent performer in domestic cricket, Yusuf Pathan played 100 first-class matches, along with numerous List A and T20 games.