A round of prayers for the Afghan fast bowler…fighting for his life, condition critical, admitted in ICU

New Delhi. Former fast bowler Shapoor Zadran, one of the early stars of Afghanistan cricket and the identity of the team, is currently going through the most difficult phase of his life. 38-year-old Zadran has been admitted to the hospital’s ICU following a serious medical complication. According to reports, his condition remains ‘extremely critical’ and he is on life support.

According to information released by Shapoor Zadran’s family, his white blood cell count (WBC) has fallen to dangerous levels. Doctors say that his immune system is very weak at the moment, due to which his body is unable to fight the infection. This condition arises when the level of infection in the body increases or there is some serious internal disease. The next 48 to 72 hours are said to be very important for his health.

Pakistan cricket fraternity extended a helping hand
As soon as the news of Shapoor’s illness spread, prayers for him started on social media. Especially the former cricketers of the neighboring country Pakistan have wished for his speedy recovery. Shahid Afridi spoke to Shapoor’s brother on phone. Afridi wrote on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter), ‘Talked to Shapoor Zadran’s brother today. Deeply saddened to hear about his condition. Shapoor, you have always been a fighter on the field, and I know you will win this battle too. Praying for your speedy recovery. Omar Akmal shared some disturbing pictures of Shapoor from the hospital, in which he is seen surrounded by many machines. Akmal wrote, ‘Shapoor Bhai is like my friend. I am wishing for his speedy recovery. Ameen.’

The condition of former Afghanistan fast bowler is critical.

Shapoor gave recognition to Afghanistan
Shapoor Zadran is not just a cricketer but a symbol of the rise of Afghanistan cricket. Shapoor, with tall height, wavy hair and aggressive bowling action, started his international career in 2009 against Netherlands. Shapoor Zadran will always be remembered in cricket history for the 2015 World Cup. When Afghanistan was on the verge of defeat in the match against Scotland, Shapoor showed patience in the last overs and gave his team its first historic victory of the World Cup. The picture of him running and celebrating on the field after the victory is still etched in the heart of every Afghan cricket fan.

Round of prayers from the cricket world
Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) and current players have also appealed to the fans to pray for Shapoor. Players like Rashid Khan, Mohammad Nabi and Mujeeb Ur Rahman have described him as a mentor who taught the new generation to dream of fast bowling. Shapoor Zadran took charge of the bowling at a time when Afghanistan did not even have basic facilities. He is a player who came out of the dusty grounds and made his mark on grounds like Lord’s and MCG.