Shapoor Zardan, the former Afghan cricket player, died today at the age of 38 years old. He was suffering from a prolonged illness.
The cricketer had gotten cancer and had been suffering from it for the last few years. He also had been suffering from various other illnesses.
He had a long and impressive cricket career for Afghanistan. He played in 44 One-day international (ODI) matches for Afghanistan.
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He also played T20 matches and represented his nation in thirty-six T20 international (T20I) matches.
He was getting treatment in New Delhi, India and passed away today. He passed away one day before his birthday.
Standing over 6 feet tall, Shapoor Zadran was widely known for his aggressive bowling and his long, flowing hair.
Having lived as a refugee in Peshawar, Pakistan, Shapoor Zadran began his early cricket career in Peshawar. Among his early teammates were well-known international cricketers Mohammad Nabi, Asghar, and Dawlat Zadran.
Zadran was a part of many important matches for Afghanistan. He helped them qualify for many major tournaments.
He also helped his team compete in major global tournaments like the ICC ODI World Cup and the ICC T20 World Cup.
He is known as one of the players who helped establish Afghanistan as a competitive cricketing force in the international arena.
After the news of his death, thoughts and prayers poured out from every corner of the world. This included fans, cricketers and former retired cricketers.
He is being remembered throughout the world for his amazing performance and his contributions ot the national Afghan cricket team.
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