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Pakistan Cricketers offer support to Rashid Khan after elder brother’s death

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SHARJAH: Pakistani cricket team players prayed and consoled Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan on the tragic death of his elder brother Haji Abdul Haleem Shinwari.

A clip circulating online shows Shaheen Shah Afridi offering prayers with Rashid, while Fakhar Zaman also joined in expressing his support.

Rashid, who has three brothers, offered his heartfelt condolences to his teammates and fellow cricketers. Afghan team player Ibrahim Zadran posted on social media: “Heartbroken to hear the news of the death of Rashid Khan’s elder brother, an elder brother is like a father to the family. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. My heartfelt condolences to @rashidkhan_19 and his family.”

The heartwarming gesture shows the strong bond of friendship and respect that transcends animosity on the cricket field.

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