Former Indian cricketer and commentator Irfan Pathan celebrates his 42nd birthday on October 27. Known for his skills as a left-arm fast bowler and a useful lower-order batter, Irfan was part of India. On his birthday, here are four notable quotes by Irfan Pathan and the messages behind them.“I'm an Indian before anything else” and “Don't need permission in my own country to say what I feel.