Former Afghanistan Fast Bowler Shapoor Zadran Passes Away at 38

Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran has passed away at the age of 38 after battling Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare and life-threatening medical condition. His death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from the cricketing fraternity, with fans, former teammates, and officials remembering his outstanding contribution to Afghanistan cricket.

Zadran was regarded as one of the pioneers of Afghanistan’s rise on the international stage. During his international career from 2009 to 2020, he represented the national team in ODIs and T20Is, claiming 80 international wickets and establishing himself as one of Afghanistan’s leading pace bowlers.

One of the defining moments of his career came during the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, where he played a vital role in Afghanistan’s historic victory over Scotland—an achievement that remains one of the country\’s most memorable milestones in world cricket.

Paying tribute to the former pacer, the Afghanistan Cricket Board praised his dedication, passion, and lasting impact on the game, describing him as a player who helped lay the foundation for Afghanistan’s success in international cricket.

Shapoor Zadran leaves behind a legacy of determination, resilience, and inspiration. His contributions to Afghan cricket will continue to be remembered by fans and future generations of cricketers.