ILT20

Biography

Rehan Ahmed is one of England’s most exciting young cricketing talents, known for his leg-spin and batting abilities. Born in Nottingham on August 13, 2004, he quickly rose through England’s age-group system, impressing in the U19 setup, including the ICC U19 World Cup 2022. His first-class debut for Leicestershire in 2022 showcased his potential as a genuine all-rounder, delivering strong performances in red-ball and white-ball cricket. His domestic success earned him opportunities in franchise leagues, featuring for the Gulf Giants in the ILT20 and later securing a spot in the IPL with Chennai, where he gained exposure to top-tier T20 cricket.

Rehan’s international career took off in December 2022 when he became England’s youngest-ever Test cricketer at just 18 years and 126 days. Making his debut against Pakistan in Karachi, he immediately made history with a five-wicket haul in the second innings. His talent saw him earn an ODI debut against Bangladesh in 2023, and he has since been gradually integrated into England’s white-ball squads. He also played his first T20I that year, becoming the youngest male cricketer for England to make a debut in that format back then. The following year he was selected in the Test squad for the series against India, where he picked up 11 wickets in 3 matches. Initially, he was not chosen for the 2025 Champions Trophy, but an injury to Brydon Carse saw him being named as the replacement. With a strong arsenal of leg-spin variations, a fearless batting approach, and a calm temperament, he is viewed as a probable successor to England's premier spinner, Adil Rashid.