‘Deeply saddened’: Jai Shah mourns death of former Afghanistan cricketer Shapoor Zadran Cricket News
former afghanistan fast bowler Shapur Zadran He died at the age of 38 after battling hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare immune system disorder. He has been undergoing treatment in the Delhi-NCR area for several months. The Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed his death, while the International Cricket Council (ICC) president Jay Shah Tributes were also paid to commemorate Zadran’s significant contribution to Afghan cricket.Shah expressed his condolences on X and praised Zadran for helping Afghanistan establish themselves in the world of international cricket. He also recalled his all-round performance against Scotland in the 2015 ODI World Cup, which helped Afghanistan win the World Cup for the first time. He wrote: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Afghanistan cricketer Shapoor Zadran at the age of 38. Shapoor played a major role in Afghanistan’s remarkable rise in international cricket and will always be remembered for his all-round match-winning performance against Scotland in 2015. ICC Cricket World Cupwhich ensured Afghanistan’s first victory in the World Cup. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends and the entire Afghan cricket fraternity. May his soul rest in peace. “The Afghanistan Cricket Board described Zadran as one of the pioneers of cricket in the country and said: “Shapur Zadran was one of the founding figures of cricket in Afghanistan and his dedication, passion and unwavering dedication played a vital role in the emergence and growth of cricket in our country. He was one of the proud cricketers who stood at the heart of the early days of cricket in Afghanistan and helped establish the path that took Afghan cricket to the international stage.” The statement added: “Throughout his career, Shahpur served Afghan cricket with honour, courage and pride. His contributions and achievements will always be an important part of Afghanistan cricket history and his efforts in serving the national team will never be forgotten.” Between 2009 and 2020, Zadran represented Afghanistan in 80 international matches.
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