About Ali Zia
Lived 1957 – 2024 (aged 66). Ali Zia was a Pakistani cricketer.
Ali Zia (; 20 March 1957 – 20 January 2024) was a Pakistani first-class cricketer who played from 1974–75 until 1992–93 for the Pakistan national cricket team.
Career Zia began his cricketing career in Lahore, playing for Crescent Cricket Club and representing Pakistan Under-19 in tours to Sri Lanka in 1974-75. He played for Islamia College and later Government College, scoring 205 against KE Medical College in 1975-76, which led to his inclusion in Pakistan Universities.
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Who was Ali Zia?
Pakistani cricketer (1957–2024)
When was Ali Zia born?
Ali Zia was born on 20 March 1957.
When did Ali Zia die?
Ali Zia died on 20 January 2024.
What was Ali Zia's occupation?
Ali Zia was a cricketer.
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Ali Zia was Pakistani.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ali Zia. https://biography.guide/ali-zia/
MLA: "Ali Zia." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ali-zia/.
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