Sahibzada Mohammad Shahid Khan Afridi, commonly known as Shahid Afridi, is a famous Pakistani former cricketer and captain of the Pakistan national cricket team.
He is known for his all-round ability, playing as a right-handed batsman and right-handed bowler.
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- Full Name: Sahibzada Mohammad Shahid Khan Afridi
- Stage Name: Shahid Afridi
- Date of birth: March 1, 1977
- Age: 47 years
- Place of birth: Tirah, Pakistan
- Nationality: Pakistani
- Occupation: Cricketer
- Height: 1.82m
- Parents: Sahabzada Fazal-ur-Rehman Afridi and Mrs. Afridi
- Siblings: 11
- Spouse: Nadia Afridi
- Children: Ansha Afridi, Aqsa Afridi, Ajwa Afridi, Asmara Afridi and Arwa Afridi
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $47 million
Early life and education
Shahid Afridi is a former Pakistani cricketer who played for the Pakistan national cricket team. He was born on 1 March 1977 in Tirah, Pakistan. Afridi was raised by his parents, Sahabzada Fazal-ur-Rehman Afridi and Mrs. Afridi.
He grew up with six brothers, including cricketing friends Tariq Afridi and Ashfaq Afridi, and five sisters. Afridi attended the Government Islamia Science College. He is Pakistani and Muslim.
Career
Shahid Afridi’s rise to the Pakistan national team began with his performances in the Under-19 Championship that began in the 1994–95 season. Playing for the Karachi Whites national team, he helped them win the championship the following season, taking 42 wickets in five matches at an impressive average of 9.59.
Afridi made his international debut for Pakistan in an ODI against Kenya in October 1996. In his second ODI, he broke the record for the fastest century in ODI cricket, scoring off 37 balls against Sri Lanka. This innings demonstrated his explosive batting ability as a reserve batsman.
Two years after his ODI debut, Afridi made his Test debut for Pakistan against Australia in October 1998. He opened the batting in his first two Test matches, scoring his maiden Test century of 141 against India in January 1999.
Between his international commitments, Afridi played county cricket in England. In 2001, he signed for Leicestershire, playing well in first-class and one-day matches for the club. He then had a brief spell with Derbyshire in 2003.
Awards and nominations
- Player of the tournament
- Man of the Match: (He has won many Man of the Match awards throughout his career)
- Record holder
- ICC Award Nominations
Social media
- Instagram handle: @safridiofficial
- Facebook Name: Shahid Afridi
Personal life
Shahid Afridi, the famous Pakistani cricketer, has been married to his beloved wife, Nadia Afridi, since 2000. Their marriage has given them five beautiful daughters: Ansha Afridi, Aqsa Afridi, Ajwa Afridi, Asmara Afridi and Arwa Afridi.
Even though it’s been more than two decades, Shahid and Nadia’s relationship is still a testament to the enduring power of love and commitment.
Net worth
Shahid Afridi, a former Pakistani cricket all-rounder, is known for his charismatic looks and powerful batting style.
According to reputable sources, Afridi has amassed a considerable net worth of $47 million, making him the second richest cricketer of Pakistan.
