Pakistan Cricket Legend Shoaib Akhtar’s Elder Brother Shahid Akhtar Passes Away.

A wave of grief has hit the family of legendary Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar following the sad demise of his elder brother, Shahid Akhtar. The former international cricket icon and world-record speedster took to digital platforms to share the devastating news with his millions of fans, admirers, and the global sporting community.

Expressing profound sorrow in an emotional social media message, Shoaib Akhtar stated that his beloved elder brother had “returned to Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta’ala,” and requested sincere prayers for the departed soul’s forgiveness, mercy, and elevation in the afterlife.

Funeral Arrangements and Support System

Family sources confirmed that the funeral arrangements and primary rites are centered in the federal capital.

The finalized details regarding the final rites include:

• Location: The funeral prayers and burial are scheduled to take place at the H-8 Graveyard in Islamabad.
• Timing: The final congregational prayers will be offered following the Asr prayer time.
• Family Privacy: The family has requested privacy from media personnel and fans as they navigate this challenging emotional period.

Outpouring of Tributes from the Cricket Fraternity

Shahid Akhtar was widely known within close circles as one of Shoaib’s absolute fiercest pillars of support. Throughout the “Rawalpindi Express’s” high-profile, volatile international career—spanning both historic on-field records and severe off-field administrative standoffs—Shahid remained a quiet but vital force of mental strength and defense for his younger brother.

The loss is particularly painful for the former fast bowler, who previously suffered a major family tragedy in late 2021 with the passing of their mother, Hameeda Awan.

Following the announcement, a massive wave of condolences has flooded social media from legendary former teammates, current Pakistan national team players, and sports journalists worldwide. The cricket fraternity and generations of fans continue to send messages of support, offering prayers that the Akhtar family finds patience and strength during this hour of deep personal loss.