Former Pakistan cricketer and umpire Mohammad Nazir Junior. — Offered by the reporter
LAHORE: Former Pakistan cricketer and umpire Mohammad Nazir Junior handed away on the age of 78 after battling with extended sickness, his son Noman Nazir confirmed on Thursday.
Nazir had been severely ailing and present process remedy at a non-public hospital in Punjab’s capital metropolis since final week earlier than his unlucky demise.
The Lahore-born cricketer was significantly injured 5 years in the past after he confronted a visitors accident which induced his well being to deteriorate.
The precise-handed cricketer, who represented Pakistan in 14 Take a look at matches and 4 ODIs, took 34 wickets all through his worldwide profession. He claimed seven wickets within the first innings of his debut Take a look at — the primary Pakistani spinner to attain the feat.
He then pursued a profession in umpiring and officiated 15 ODIs and 5 Checks throughout a quick stint.
Nazir Junior was revered for his cricketing acumen and contributions in the direction of nurturing uncooked expertise.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and the cricketing fraternity expressed deep sorrow and grief over the unhappy demise of the previous cricketer and umpire.
Naqvi paid wealthy tributes to Nazir Junior’s companies to Pakistan cricket. “On behalf of the PCB, I express my condolences and grief over the demise of our former Test Cricketer Mohammad Nazir,” he mentioned in an announcement.
“We extend our deepest sympathies and share the grief of his friends and family. His contributions to Pakistan cricket will always be remembered.”
