Ilahi, born on September 1, 1908 in Lahore, made his debut for India in 1947. This was his first and last match played against Australia, after which he went to Pakistan. His career in Pakistan also did not last long. Elahi, who played only 6 Tests in his entire career, has 82 runs and 7 wickets to his name. He played his last Test on 12 December 1952 against India.
Gul Mohammed
Before Amir Elahi, the biggest name of those who played Test matches for India and later for Pakistan team comes Gul Mohammad. Born in Lahore, Gul started his Test career with India but with the Pakistan team. Played his debut test match against England in 1946. Surprisingly, he also played matches against Pakistan in 1952-53. When he got the citizenship of Pakistan in 1955, he went on a tour of Australia in 1956-57. Gul’s career spanned a total of 9 Tests.
Abdul Hafeez Kardar
Abdul Hafeez Kardar is the third cricketer to play Test matches for both India and Pakistan teams. He was also born in Lahore. You also made your debut for India against England. Played 3 Tests for India. Kardar was a left-handed batsman and spinner. After going to Pakistan, he also became the captain there. Kardar was the most successful of the 3 cricketers who played for both India and Pakistan. He scored 927 runs in 26 test matches. During this, he also took five half-centuries and 21 Test wickets. Played the last match against West Indies in 1958.
