Former Afghanistan Pacer Shapoor Zadran Dies at 38 After Prolonged Illness
The former fast bowler played 80 internationals and was remembered by the Afghanistan Cricket Board as a foundation-laying figure in the sport.
- On Tuesday, the Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed the death of former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran at age 38, expressing "profound grief and deep sorrow" over the loss.
- Zadran battled Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis in his final months; brother Ghamai Zadran confirmed the news while receiving treatment in Delhi, with Zadran about to turn 39 on July 8.
- The Board remembered the 6'2" tall fast bowler for his contributions, noting he played 80 internationals for the national team.
- Beyond his on-field achievements, Zadran served as a true source of inspiration for many young Afghan cricketers, with his "fighting spirit" encouraging a generation to dream bigger.
- Throughout his career, Zadran stood at the heart of Afghanistan's early cricket journey as one of the "foundation-laying figures of Afghanistan cricket" who helped build the path to the international stage.
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