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Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran, who hit the winning runs to seal his country’s first World Cup victory, has died at the age of 38<\/b><\/p>\n
The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) said it was with “profound grief and deep sorrow” that Zadran has passed away, with the left-armer being treated for a rare immune condition in New Delhi.<\/p>\n
Zadran played in 44 ODIs and 36 T20 matches for his country between 2009 and 2020, taking 80 wickets.<\/p>\n
One of the highlights of his career was hitting the winning runs when Afghanistan beat Scotland to claim their first World Cup triumph<\/a> in 2015.<\/p>\n “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,” said the ACB in a statement., external<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n “Throughout his career, Shapoor served Afghanistan cricket with honour, courage, and pride. <\/p>\n “His contributions and achievements will always remain an important part of the history of Afghanistan cricket, and his efforts in the service of the national team will never be forgotten.”<\/p>\n Former India all-rounder, national team head coach and now commentator Ravi Shastri posted on X:, external<\/span><\/a> “Really sad to hear about the passing of Shapoor Zadran. <\/p>\n “One of the main architects behind Afghanistan’s rise in world cricket, his contribution to the game and the team’s journey will always be remembered. <\/p>\n “A life dedicated to the sport. May his soul rest in peace. <\/p>\n “Heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the Afghanistan cricket fraternity.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n