Mohammad Azharuddin - Former Indian Cricket Captain
LEGENDARY INDIAN CRICKETER & PEOPLE'S REPRESENTATIVE

MOHAMMAD AZHARUDDIN

“ Grace on the crease.
Commitment beyond the game. ”
Mohammad Azharuddin Signature
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A GLORIOUS
INTERNATIONAL CAREER

Mohammad Azharuddin represented India in 99 Test matches and 334 One Day Internationals from 1984 to 2000. A stylish right-handed batsman and inspirational captain, his natural flair, wristy stroke play and consistency made him one of the most admired cricketers of his era.

Captain Mohammad Azharuddin Lifting 1993 Hero Cup with Team India
Inspirational Captaincy

INSPIRATIONAL
CAPTAINCY

Led India in 47 Tests and 174 ODIs. Under his leadership, the team saw great success, especially on home soil, and became a dominant force in world cricket during the 1990s.

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Historic Debut

HISTORIC
DEBUT

The only cricketer to score a century in each of his first three Test matches — a record that still stands today.

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Remarkable Batting Feats

REMARKABLE
BATTING FEATS

Over 6,200 Test runs with 22 centuries and 9,300+ ODI runs with 7 centuries. Known for his elegant stroke play and quick scoring ability.

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A CONTINUED COMMITMENT
TO PEOPLE'S WELFARE

Mohammad Azharuddin currently serves as the Minister for Minorities Welfare and Public Enterprises in the Government of Telangana (since 31 October 2025). He is a Member of the Telangana Legislative Council and continues to work towards the welfare and development of the people.

Minister for Minorities Welfare and Public Enterprises

Government of Telangana (Since 31 October 2025)

Member of Telangana Legislative Council

Advocating policies for inclusive governance and public growth

Working for people's welfare and inclusive development

Dedicated to education, youth empowerment, and minority upliftment

Continuing a legacy of service, leadership and community development

Transforming regional infrastructure and grassroots welfare programs

Batch 01 • 99 Bats Only AZZU Legacy Collector's Edition Bat
The AZZU Collection • Heirloom Series

AZZU LEGACY
COLLECTOR'S EDITION

A strictly limited release of handcrafted English Willow bats, individually numbered (1 to 99), personally signed by Mohammad Azharuddin, presented in a bespoke satin-lined luxury case with a security-registered Certificate of Authenticity.

Batch 01: 99 bats • 10 events • 6 countries.
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BUILD YOUR CITY'S NEXT
CRICKET DESTINATION

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AWARDS & RECOGNITION

For his peerless artistry on the cricket pitch and lifelong contribution to Indian sport, Mohammad Azharuddin has been decorated with prestigious sporting and civilian honours.

1986 Sporting Honour
Arjuna Award Bronze Trophy

Arjuna Award

Government of India

Conferred by the President of India for outstanding contribution and world-record debut in international cricket.

1988 Civilian Honour
Padma Shri Medallion

Padma Shri

President of India

India's fourth-highest civilian honour recognizing national distinction, sporting integrity, and youth inspiration.

1991 Global Honour
Wisden Cricketer of the Year Gold Medallion

Wisden Cricketer of the Year, 1991

Wisden Almanack (UK)

Named one of the world's top five cricketers following his dazzling centuries at Lord's (121) and Manchester (179).

2017 National Service
Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana Award Medallion

Sadbhavana Award

National Laurels

Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavana Award for lifelong promotion of peace, communal harmony, and sports diplomacy.

MEDIA & IN FOCUS

Watch real match highlights, dazzling centuries, and interviews from his legendary journey.

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Azharuddin Lord's 121 Masterclass

Masterclass at Lord's (121)

Iconic 1990 Test Century vs England

Cape Town 115 Century

115 at Cape Town vs RSA

Counter-Attacking Masterclass (1997)

Azharuddin ODI Hundred vs Pakistan

Classic ODI 100 vs Pakistan

Independence Cup Match Winner (1998)

“ Cricket taught me discipline.
Public life gave me the opportunity
to give back to society. ”
Mohammad Azharuddin Official Signature

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