The cricket community is mourning the loss of Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran, who has died after a prolonged illness.
He was about to turn 39 at the time of his passing.
Career in ODIs
Shapoor Zadran featured in 44 ODIs for Afghanistan during his playing days.
His contributions came as a fast bowler in the team’s early years on the international stage.
Appearances in T20Is
In the shortest format, he played 36 T20Is representing Afghanistan.
These matches highlighted his role in the team’s limited-overs setup.
Shapoor Zadran played 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is for Afghanistan; he was about to turn 39.
The exact date of his birth placed him close to turning 39 when the news of his death emerged.
- Fast bowler for Afghanistan
- 44 ODIs played
- 36 T20Is played
- Died after prolonged illness
Fans and former teammates have begun paying tributes following the confirmation of his death.
His career statistics remain a key part of Afghanistan’s cricket history in the limited-overs game.