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Shapoor Zadran had you at hello

Shapoor Zadran had you at hello

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The setting helped. It was the 2015 World Cup, the eve of Afghanistan’s match against Australia in Perth. Keeping his promise to meet after a tiring net session, the 6’2″ pacer walked in with a swagger, running his fingers through his freshly showered, wavy hair like a movie star at a premiere. “My height is very big, my hair is very big, and I have too much style,” Zadran said, in broken English. It was his way of laying his calling card on the table between him and the reporters. This was well before Rashid Khan’s debut. Afghanistan lacked superstars and an identity of their own. They were counted among cricket’s minnows, a flash-in-the-pan side, not yet the habitual giant-killers they’d become. Zadran, though, carried no inferiority complex. He was evidence of a nation waiting to exhale. They lacked results, but never passion. Zadran bowled in the high 140s, throwing a piercing gaze at batsmen. He wasn’t really his nation’s poster boy so much as its fantasy cricketer. Afghanistan loved aggressive players, and the sight …

Afghan pacer Shapoor Zadran passes away after battling rare immune disorder

Afghan pacer Shapoor Zadran passes away after battling rare immune disorder

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3 min readJul 7, 2026 06:04 PM IST Afghanistan pacer Shapoor Zadran who was battling a rare immune disorder called Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) syndrome, breathed his last on Tuesday, a day before his 39th birthday. HLH is a hyperinflammatory syndrome which compromises the immune system. A left arm seamer, has represented Afghanistan in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is between 2009 and 2020. “With profound grief and deep sorrow, the Afghanistan Cricket Board mourns the passing of former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran. Shapoor Zadran was one of the foundation-laying figures of Afghanistan cricket, whose dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment played a vital role in the rise and development of the game in our country. He was among the proud cricketers who stood at the heart of Afghanistan’s early cricket journey and helped build the path that brought Afghan cricket to the international stage,” Afghanistan Cricket Board posted on X. Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honor, courage, and pride. His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of …

As Shapoor Zadran battles for life, brother says ‘don’t need financial support, need prayers’

As Shapoor Zadran battles for life, brother says ‘don’t need financial support, need prayers’

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2 min readApr 23, 2026 02:06 PM IST Former Afghanistan cricketer Shapoor Zadran battles for his life while receiving treatment for a rare, life-threatening immune system disorder at a hospital in New Delhi. His younger brother, Ghamai Zadran, said the family does not need financial support and all they are seeking is for prayers. “Alhamdulillah, our family is financially strong. We don’t need financial support, just prayers. That’s all we need, prayers,” Ghamai was quoted as saying by TOI. Shapoor, who was admitted to a hospital in New Delhi in January, is suffering from an advanced form of hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and has been placed in the intensive care unit (ICU), according to a report by ESPNcricinfo. The former Afghanistan pacer was shifted to India on the advice of his doctor back home. “Our doctor in Afghanistan advised us to come to India. Everyone said the treatment here is very good, and the whole world knows that India has some of the best medical care. That’s why we came,” said Ghamai. Speaking about his experience …

Ibrahim Zadran Named as Afghanistan T20I Captain

Ibrahim Zadran Named as Afghanistan T20I Captain

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The opening batter Ibrahim Zadran has been named as Afghanistan’s new T20I captain after their exit in the 2026 T20 World Cup. Ibrahim Zadran’s first assignment is in the three-match T20I series in Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka 2026, starting on March 13. This will be followed by a three-match ODI series against Sri Lanka in Dubai later this month. “The ACB is closely monitoring the ongoing situation in the region and is engaging in discussions with all stakeholders about whether the series can proceed as originally planned, both in terms of dates and venue,” said a statement from the board. “Although a final decision will be made in a couple of days, the ACB’s initial approach, in coordination with the ECB [Emirates Cricket Board] and venue authorities, is to proceed with the originally scheduled dates. Should circumstances necessitate a change, the ACB will consider exploring alternative options for both the host country and the event schedule.” 🚨 SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT ALERT! 🚨 Here are our squads for the upcoming White Ball Series against Sri Lanka. 👍 …

Zadran, Omarzai secures historic win for Afghanistan in Champions Trophy

Zadran, Omarzai secures historic win for Afghanistan in Champions Trophy

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Ibrahim Zadran scored a record-breaking 177 and clinched Afghanistan their maiden victory in the Champions Trophy by defeating England by 8 runs. Apart from Ibrahim Zadran’s century, Azmatullah Omarzai’s five-wicket haul also played a vital role in the team’s historic victory. Speaking of the match, Afghanistan won the toss and opted to bat first. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran opened the batting attack. Afghanistan made a terrible start by losing three wickets inside the first powerplay. Archer dismissed Rahmanullah Gurbaz(6), Sediqullah Atal(4) and Rahmat Shah(4) and loaded pressure on the Afghan batting lineup. While Afghanistan was in need of a massive partnership, Ibrahim Zadran and Hashmatullah Shahidi made a 103-run stand and pushed Afghanistan to a better position. Adil Rashid broke the partnership by dismissing Shahidi for 40 runs and brought England back into the game. But Azmatullah Omarzai for his part added 41 runs before being dismissed by Jamie Overton. Again Mohammad Nabi and Zadran made a 100-plus run stand and pushed Afghanistan beyond 300 runs mark. With Ibrahim Zadran’s 177 runs, Afghanistan scored …

Ibrahim Zadran blasts 177 against England to set multiple records in Champions Trophy

Ibrahim Zadran blasts 177 against England to set multiple records in Champions Trophy

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Ibrahim Zadran blasted a 146-ball 177 against England in a Group B encounter in the Champions Trophy on Wednesday. Zadran broke a clutch of records with this innings. Zadran set the record for the highest score in a ICC Champions Trophy game before he was dismissed by Liam Livingstone. By then, Zadran had slammed 12 boundaries and six hits over the fence. England now need 326 runs to win and stay alive in the Champions Trophy. Zadran set a glut of records at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. He is the only Afghan batter to score centuries in both the ICC Cricket World Cup and the ICC Champions Trophy. The 177-run knock is now the highest ever ODI score for an Afghan batter. The 23-year-old became the youngest player to score over 150 runs in an ICC tournament. He also registered the highest score against England in an ICC tournament. Afghanistan vs England LIVE Cricket Score, Full Scorecard: Watch Here Story continues below this ad “I haven’t played ODI cricket for one year. So I …

Ibrahim Zadran returns for Afghanistan, Ryan Rickelton to start over Tony de Zorzi for South Africa

Ibrahim Zadran returns for Afghanistan, Ryan Rickelton to start over Tony de Zorzi for South Africa

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AFG vs SA Champions Trophy 2025 Predicted Playing 11 Today Match: The dark horses Afghanistan will take on South Africa in the first game of Group B at Karachi on Friday with the Afghan players looking to continue their fine ODI form against the Proteas, who they had beaten last September 2-1 at Sharjah. The Temba Bavuma-led South Africa, however, will be keen to put their recent Tri-Series performance in he rearview mirror where they lost all their matches against Pakistan and New Zealand. But that was because they were missing most of their Champions Trophy players who had SA20 league commitments. With all of their star players available now, the Proteas will start this match as hot favourites. Ryan Rickelton over Tony de Zorzi Even though de Zorzi scored a decent 55 off 51 against Pakistan Shaheen in a warmup match, his record for the Proteas across formats doesn’t warrant a place in the lineup with better players available. Rickelton has played 6 ODIs for South Africa and scored 188 runs with a 50 …

Ibrahim Zadran Ruled Out, Rashid Khan Returns To Afghanistan Squad For ODI Series Against South Africa

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Afghanistan’s ace leg-spinner Rashid Khan is set to return to the ODI format for the first time since the conclusion of last year’s ODI World Cup in India. Rashid has been named in Afghanistan’s 17-member squad for their upcoming three-match ODI series against South Africa, beginning on September 18 in the UAE. Rashid was a notable absentee in Afghanistan’s squad for the one-off Test against New Zealand in Greater Noida. After last year’s World Cup, Rashid had undergone back surgery. He was out of action and missed Afghanistan’s series against UAE, India and Sri Lanka, and ODIs against Ireland. Afghanistan will also miss the presence of mystery spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman, who is still recovering from a sprain in the index finger of his right hand. Along with Mujeeb, top-order batter Ibrahim Zadran has been ruled out of the series due to an ankle sprain in his left leg. Afghanistan have called on talented top-order batter Abdul Malik to fill Zardan’s shoes. Darwish Rasooli is also in contention to make his ODI debut …

Ibrahim Zadran Doubtful For One-Off Test Against New Zealand Due To Injury

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File photo of Ibrahim Zadran.© AFP Afghanistan opener Ibrahim Zadran is a doubtful for the one-off Test against New Zealand after copping up an injury in Greater Noida on Sunday. The 22-year-old opening batter hurt his ankle during team’s final practice session ahead of Afghanistan’s first ever Test against New Zealand, starting on Monday. “Today, in the practice session, Ibrahim had an injury in his ankle. But it’s not sure 100 per cent what will happen tomorrow. We will see what will happen with him,” Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi informed at the pre-match press conference. Zadran has played seven of Afghanistan’s nine Tests. He had scored his maiden century in the format earlier this year in February against Sri Lanka. Afghanistan are already without start spinner Rashid Khan. Persistent rain has marred Afghanistan and New Zealand’s preparation for this historic Test. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.) Topics mentioned in this article Source link

Afghanistan Batter Noor Ali Zadran Retires From International Cricket

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File photo of Noor Ali Zadran© X (formerly Twitter) Veteran Afghanistan batter Noor Ali Zadran has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing down curtains on an international career spanning more than a decade. The 35-year-old, who starred with a 28-ball 45 in Afghanistan’s first-ever ODI against Scotland in 2009, played his final game last week at the Tolerance Oval in the Test match against Ireland. “Top-order batter @NoorAliZadran decided to call time on his international cricket. He has represented #AfghanAtalan in 2 Tests, 51 ODIs and 23 T20Is and has scored 1930 runs with 11 fifties and a hundred to his name,” Afghanistan Cricket Board tweeted on Thursday. The opener’s first T20I came in February 2010, which was Afghanistan’s second game in the format. He made his Test debut earlier this year, against Sri Lanka. He received his maiden Test Cap from his nephew and teammate Ibrahim Zadran. One of his most memorable innings was the half-century against India at the 2010 T20 World Cup, which marked Afghanistan’s first World Cup appearance. Topics mentioned …