Jansher Khan
Era: 1980s – 1990s
Pakistan Squash Federation
"The Master of Endurance and Strategy"
- Born
- 1969
- Born in
- Peshawar
- Titles
- 8× World Open, 6× British Open
- Active Era
- 1987–1998
- Status
- Pakistan Squash Legend
Career Overview
Jansher Khan succeeded Jahangir Khan as the world's dominant player and built one of the most successful careers in squash history. Famous for his stamina, retrieving and tactical brain, he held the world No. 1 ranking for most of the 1990s.
Greatest Achievements
- 8× World Open Champion
- 6× British Open Champion
- World No. 1 for 97 consecutive months
- Multiple Asian Games gold medals for Pakistan
Career Timeline
- 1987Wins first World Open title at 18
- 1992Wins first British Open title
- 1993–1996Dominates world squash
- 1998Retires after final World Open title
Jansher Khan's longevity, fitness and tactical mastery extended Pakistan's golden era of squash into the late 1990s.
