Who is Mohammad Sayyam? Pakistan star who rattled Suryavanshi, Mhatre in u19 World Cup

Mohammad Sayyam breathed fire vs India [Source: X]

The Indian team had a forgettable start to the high-voltage encounter against Pakistan in the under-19 World Cup 2026. Mohammad Sayyam wreaked havoc in the Indian camp, getting the prized scalps of Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre early in the match. Sayyam's bowling exploits helped Pakistan dismantle the Indian top order, giving them the upper hand in the game. 

After winning the toss, Pakistan U19 team captain Farhan Yousaf elected to bowl first and make the most of the conditions at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. However, Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Aaron George kept the Pakistani bowlers at bay, helping India race to 47 inside 7.3 overs. 

Suryavanshi played the aggressor's role, scoring 30 runs off just 22 deliveries, while George contributed 16 runs with the help of one boundary. 

Mohammad Sayyam rattles Indian top order in u19 World Cup 2026

Although India's solid opening pair of Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Aaron George added 47 runs for the first wicket, Mohammad Sayyam drew the first blood by breaking the stand and dismissing Suryavanshi. 

The departure of Suryavanshi opened the floodgates for India, as Pakistan got rid of Aaron George and Ayush Mhatre in quick succession. While George was castled by Abdul Subhan, Mhatre became Sayyam's second victim of the day. 

As Mohammad Sayyam continues to grab the limelight, here we give crucial details about the Pakistani prodigy amid his under-19 World Cup heroics. 

Who is Mohammad Sayyam?

Mohammad Sayyam is a left-arm fast bowler who plays for the Pakistani U19 team. The 17-year-old was born on March 15, 2008, in Dir, Pakistan. 

The youngster opens the bowling for the Pakistan U19 team with Ali Raza and can outfox the batters with his pace and ability to generate significant movement. His left-arm angle further strengthens his potential, making him capable of attacking both edges as well as the stumps across all phases of the match. 

Mohammad Sayyam's notable recent performances

Left-arm fast bowler Mohammad Sayyam oozed his class for Pakistan in the under-19 Asia Cup, scalping ten wickets in five matches at a strike rate of 19 and an economy rate of 5.78. He stood up to the occasion when Pakistan faced India, bagging five wickets in two outings against the arch-rivals. 

Interestingly, Sayyam dismissed Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre in the Asia Cup group-stage match, proving his ability to thrive under pressure. He has been one of the most prolific performers for Pakistan in the under-19 World Cup 2026, scalping six wickets in four matches at an economy of 4.26. 

Conclusion

Given that he is a talented left-arm pacer, Mohammad Sayyam emerges as one of the bright future prospects and Shaheen Afridi's potential replacement in Pakistan's senior team. 

Despite producing a number of prodigious talents over the years, the South Asian country has struggled to form a settled bowling unit, courtesy of internal politics and the inconsistency of the players. In such a scenario, Sayyam brings a breath of fresh air to the emerging side and promises to play a pivotal role in Pakistan's redemption as a cricketing powerhouse.