
Moeen Ali Supports Shubman Gill’s Aggression at Lord’s
- Rishika Rajpurohit
- July 17, 2025
Moeen Ali is one of England’s finest modern-day all-rounders, known for his versatility with both bat and ball. A powerful left-handed batsman and an intelligent off-spin bowler, Moeen has played a pivotal role in England’s rise in limited-overs and Test cricket. Whether it’s launching sixes in the death overs or breaking partnerships with spin, Moeen continues to be a valuable asset.
Born on June 18, 1987, in Birmingham, England, Moeen hails from a cricketing family and began playing at a young age. His domestic career started with Worcestershire, where he made an immediate impression as an all-rounder.
Category | Details |
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Domestic Debut | 2007 for Worcestershire |
ODI Debut | 2014 vs Sri Lanka |
Test Debut | 2014 vs Sri Lanka |
T20I Debut | 2014 vs West Indies |
Current Status | Regular in England’s white-ball setup |
Moeen is known for his clean striking, especially against spinners. He can bat anywhere from the top to the lower middle order and has often played the role of finisher in ODIs and T20Is.
As an off-spinner, Moeen is accurate and varies his pace smartly. He is often used in the middle overs to control the game and pick up crucial wickets.
Format | Batting Avg | Bowling Avg | Best Batting | Best Bowling |
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ODI | 34.00+ | 34.00+ | 77 vs SL | 4/20 vs NZ |
Test | 35.00+ | 36.00+ | 155 vs IND | 6/67 vs SA |
T20I | 22.00+ | 26.00+ | 42 vs WI | 4/23 vs SL |
Most wickets by an English off-spinner in ODIs
First English all-rounder with 1000+ runs and 100+ wickets in ODIs
Most sixes by an English batsman in a T20I series
One of the few to score a Test century and take a five-wicket haul in the same match
Among the top-performing English players in ICC tournaments
Moeen Ali is a regular performer in the IPL, especially for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). His ability to contribute in both innings makes him a vital T20 asset.
Season | Team | Role | Best Performance |
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2021–24 | Chennai Super Kings | All-rounder | 48 runs vs MI (2021) |
Moeen has been crucial in England’s limited-overs transformation post-2015. His all-round balance enables England to play aggressively while maintaining depth.
2019 World Cup Winner
Trusted finisher in T20Is
Reliable spin option in all formats
Captaincy stints in T20Is during rotation policies
Moeen is widely respected for his fitness, consistency, and calm demeanor. His ability to stay fit and mentally sharp across formats has extended his career and made him a go-to senior pro in the England squad.
As he enters the twilight of his career, Moeen’s legacy is already secure. He’s considered one of the most impactful all-rounders of the past decade for England.
Likely to feature in the T20 World Cup 2026
Mentor to England’s next-gen spinners
Potential future in coaching and commentary
Category | Details |
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Debut | 2014 (All formats) |
Key Achievements | 2019 World Cup winner, 1000+ runs & 100+ wickets in ODIs |
IPL Role | All-rounder for CSK |
Fitness & Legacy | Peak fitness, known leader and mentor |
Match Type | Opponent | Venue | Year | Performance |
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ODI | Sri Lanka | Colombo | 2016 | 77 runs & 2/50 |
Test | India | Lord’s | 2014 | 155 runs & 1/52 |
T20I | West Indies | Manchester | 2019 | 42 runs & 1/28 |
ODI | New Zealand | Wellington | 2021 | 61 runs & 1/22 |
T20I | Pakistan | Lahore | 2021 | 35 runs & 1/20 |
Format | Matches | Innings (Bat) | Runs | Avg (Bat) | Wickets | Avg (Bowl) | Best Bowl |
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ODI | 100+ | 90+ | 2500+ | 34.00+ | 100+ | 34.00+ | 4/20 |
Test | 64+ | 110+ | 2800+ | 35.00+ | 200+ | 36.00+ | 6/67 |
T20I | 40+ | 35+ | 800+ | 32.00+ | 50+ | 26.00+ | 4/23 |
Beyond the pitch, Moeen Ali is a symbol of inspiration. He is known for his:
Philanthropic work in the UK and South Asia
Advocacy for diversity and inclusion in cricket
Role as a mentor to young British-Asian cricketers