Shahid Afridi

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 97 off 29 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator has stunned the cricket world, drawing comparisons to Shahid Afridi. The Rajasthan Royals sensation shattered records for most runs by an uncapped batter and most sixes in a season, showcasing fearless batting that has bowlers on edge.

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has been honored with the Hilal-e-Imtiaz, Pakistan's second-highest civilian award, for his significant contributions to cricket and his extensive service to the national team. This prestigious recognition marks him as the fourth cricketer to receive this honour, celebrating his impactful white-ball career and global franchise presence.

Pakistan cricket faces internal strife post-T20 World Cup exit. Player Shadab Khan's spat with former stars Shahid Afridi and Mohammad Yousuf over criticism highlighted a growing divide. Captain Babar Azam has now called for mutual respect, acknowledging players' right to defend themselves against personal attacks while urging support for the national team.

Pakistan cricket faces another ball-tampering scandal as Fakhar Zaman was allegedly caught altering the ball during a PSL match. The incident prompted an umpire intervention and ball change. This controversy echoes past incidents, including Shahid Afridi's ban for a similar offense in 2010. Fakhar denies the charges, with a verdict expected soon.

Yuvraj Singh shared how his advice on footwork helped Sanju Samson overcome a career slump. Samson's improved technique was evident in the 2026 T20 World Cup. He became India's top scorer and Player of the Tournament. Samson's final innings set a new record for the highest individual score in a T20 World Cup final.

Suresh Raina delivered a reality check to a Pakistani journalist who attempted to troll the former Indian batter over his comments on ex-Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi.

The success of 'Chak De India' has inspired producers in Pakistan to make a movie based on the life of flamboyant Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi.

The success of 'Chak De India' has inspired producers in Pakistan to make a movie on the life of the country's flamboyant cricketer Shahid Afridi.

Pakistan faces backlash as selectors drop key players Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Naseem Shah from upcoming Test matches against England. Former cricketer Basit Ali claims Shaheen Afridi was unfairly targeted due to his connection with Shahid Afridi, raising concerns about bias in the selection process.

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has finally ended the mystery around his age, revealing that he was born in 1975 and not 1980 as the official records state. The revelations in his autobiography means that Afridi was not 16 when he smashed a record-breaking 37-ball hundred against Sri Lanka in Nairobi in 1996.

India cricketer Harbhajan Singh stated on Sunday that he has 'no relation or tie-up with Shahid Afridi from here on' after the former Pakistan captain's recent comments on Kashmir. "This is very upsetting what Shahid Afridi has come up with, talking ill about our country and our Prime Minister. This is just not acceptable," Harbhajan said.

Former Pakistan spinner, Danish Kaneria, has revealed allegations of discrimination during his cricketing career, accusing former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi of pressuring him to convert to Islam. Kaneria, the highest wicket-taking spinner in Pakistan's cricket history, revealed that Inzamam-ul-Haq was the only captain who supported him, and most other players caused him trouble, including Shahid Afridi.

Pakistani upcoming movies 'Main Hoon Shahid Afridi' and 'Waar' release dates have got delayed due to Bollywood release 'Chennai Express' in Pakistan.

Shaheen Shah Afridi got engaged to Ansha, the second-eldest daughter of former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi, in 2021. Their nikah took place in a private ceremony in February last year, followed by a week of wedding celebrations and Ansha's rukhsati in September 2023. Afridi is expected to rejoin his team ahead of the second Test, scheduled to begin in Rawalpindi on August 30.

Shahid Afridi has distanced himself from an upcoming film with cricket as its central theme which was supposed to be released during Eid but was delayed.

Former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi has clarified his interaction with Indian cricketer Suresh Raina over a social media post, which led to Raina deleting his comment. The incident occurred when Afridi was announced as an ambassador for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024.

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill desires his fast bowlers to exhibit the same intensity and aggression as former India pacer Ashish Nehra. Gill wants his pace attack to be fierce, drawing inspiration from Nehra's passionate on-field demeanor. This comes as the team aims to rectify mistakes from last season and contend for the IPL 2026 title.

Ajay Devgn faces controversy over resurfaced photos with Shahid Afridi, falsely linked to recent tensions and the cancelled India-Pakistan cricket match at WCL 2025. The images are actually from WCL 2024, predating the Pahalgam attack. Meanwhile, the release of Devgn's 'Son Of Sardar 2', co-starring Mrunal Thakur, has been moved to August 1, possibly due to 'Saiyaara's' box office success.

Pakistan's renowned sports personalities Jahangir Khan and Shahid Afridi have started distributing ration and cash to the minorities after a hindu tennis player drew their attention to the plight of the community amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Former Indian and Chennai Super Kings star Suresh Raina showcased his wit during Qualifier 1 between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Ahmedabad. While doing Hindi commentary, Aakash Chopra asked if he would revoke his retirement. Raina replied, "Suresh Raina hu, Shahid Afridi nahi," referencing Afridi's multiple retirements, leaving the commentary box in splits.

Pak cricket captain is crazy about SRK and his films and has seen MNIK at least a dozen times

Just two days after the World Cup, comes this unpleasant controversy from the cricketing world.

In a thrilling development, iconic cricketers like Yuvraj Singh, Brett Lee, Kevin Petersen, Suresh Raina, Shahid Afridi, and more are set to illuminate the cricket field during the highly anticipated World Championship Of Legends at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham.

The Asia Cup handshake controversy escalated after India skipped the customary exchange with Pakistan, drawing political reactions. Shahid Afridi criticised PM Modi, praising Rahul Gandhi, while BJP's Amit Malviya questioned Gandhi's loyalties. The PCB filed a complaint with the ICC, alleging misconduct by the match referee, and threatened withdrawal from the Asia Cup 2025.

Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood recently jogged the down memory lane and recalled how Shahid Afridi took the world by storm in just his second match on the international arena.

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi on Monday expressed gratitude to India skipper Virat Kohli for donating his bat for the Shahid Afridi Foundation. The Indian team had also presented a Kohli shirt, signed by all the players, to Afridi when he retired from the international cricket last April.

Shahid Afridi has refuted Irfan Pathan's account of a mid-air argument during India's 2006 tour of Pakistan, labeling Pathan's claims as fabricated. Afridi questioned Pathan's intentions, suggesting he's trying to prove that he's Indian. He challenged Pathan to confront him directly, dismissing the alleged incident as a lie supported by Abdul Razzaq's denial.

Shahid Afridi criticised Pakistan’s selectors after the Pakistan national cricket team lost the ODI series 2–1 to the Bangladesh national cricket team following a poor ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 campaign. Afridi blamed excessive experimentation and sidelining experienced players. Bangladesh secured the series with an 11-run win at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium despite Salman Ali Agha’s century for Pakistan.

Shahid Afridi has strongly criticized Indian players for withdrawing from the World Championship of Legends match against Pakistan, emphasizing that sports should remain separate from politics. He lamented the sudden change of heart after the Indian team had already arrived and practiced.

‘Main Hun Shahid Afridi’, a Pakistani film on a boy’s struggle to become a cricketer, has the cricketer’s support