At the age of 78, former Pakistani cricket player and umpire Muhammad Nazir Junior has passed away.
Mohammad Nazir Junior, a famous umpire and former Pakistan Test cricket player, died at the age of 78.
On Tuesday, his son Noman Nazir confirmed.
Who was Nazir Junior?
In 14 Test matches and four One Day Internationals (ODIs), Nazir Junior, who was praised for his deft spin bowling, took 37 wickets for Pakistan.
One of the highlights of his career was becoming the first spinner to take seven wickets in the first innings of his debut Test match, a historic feat.
Apart from his playing career, Nazir Junior established himself as a notable umpire by presiding five Test matches and fifteen ODIs. His extensive understanding of the game and his efforts to develop fresh cricket potential earned him widespread appreciation.
A week before to his death, Nazir had been in serious condition and receiving treatment at a private hospital. For the cricket community in Pakistan, his passing is a huge loss.
Chairman’s message for the PCB
Empire and former national cricketer Nazir Jr. passed away, and Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, expressed his sorrow. Chairman Naqvi sent his deepest condolences and sympathies to the family who had lost a loved one.
He acknowledged Nazir Jr.’s contributions to cricket.
“May Allah Almighty rest the soul of the deceased and give patience to the bereaved family, Amen,” PCB chairman said.
