The union of two of Pakistan's cricketing greats has set the city of Karachi ablaze with joy and celebration! Shaheen Afridi, the electric pace bowler, has tied the knot with Ansha, daughter of former national team captain Shahid Afridi. On this auspicious day, the stars of the Pakistani cricket team came out in full force, with skipper Babar Azam leading the charge, to witness the sacred Nikah ceremony.
Social media was flooded with photos and videos capturing the magical moments of the day. The Pakistan cricket team, along with Shaheen and the proud father Shahid, were seen all smiles and beaming with happiness as they posed for the cameras. As the cricketing fraternity extended their well wishes to the newlyweds, the love and support from their colleagues was palpable in every snap.
"Qabool Hai, Qabool Hai"#NewBeginings #ShaheenShahAfridi pic.twitter.com/4kiswYI0iG
— Lahore Qalandars (@lahoreqalandars) February 3, 2023
The presence of Babar Azam, the charismatic leader of the Pakistan cricket team, added an extra layer of excitement to the already festive atmosphere. In a heartwarming moment captured on camera, Babar was seen giving a warm embrace to the star pacer.
Pakistani cricketers bless Shaheen Shah Afridi at his wedding 💕#ShaheenShahAfridi pic.twitter.com/KeQlNBYxwM
— Times of Karachi (@TOKCityOfLights) February 3, 2023
The groom and the players were dressed in traditional attire, showcasing their cultural pride and adding to the charm of the event.
The festivities kicked off with a lively mehendi function on Thursday, February 2, where Shaheen and Ansha got a chance to revel in the joy and excitement of their upcoming union. The Nikah ceremony, held the next day, was a more intimate affair attended by close family members.
The joyous occasion was then followed by a grand reception, where the Pakistan cricket team players added their own flavor of fun and revelry.
Apart from Babar, several other key figures from the Pakistan cricket team were in attendance, including the white-ball vice-captain Shadab Khan, former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed, and the young prodigy Naseem Shah. Legendary captain Jahangir Khan and International Cricket Council's (ICC) General Manager (GM) Wasim Khan were also present.
Lahore Qalandars wishes eternal bliss to ©️ @iShaheenAfridi pic.twitter.com/7hOXBLK401
— Lahore Qalandars (@lahoreqalandars) February 3, 2023
Pakistan's wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan, who is currently in Bangladesh playing in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), was unable to attend the event. But he still made sure to extend his well wishes to the couple, by posting a heartfelt message on Twitter.
Prayers for you my baby brother @iShaheenAfridi. May you and your wife be the source of happiness and joy for each other, Ameen. #ShaheenShahAfridi pic.twitter.com/VL7Wp7x6uR
— Muhammad Rizwan (@iMRizwanPak) February 3, 2023
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits Shaheen Afridi's return to the field, it's worth noting the journey that brought him to this point. The pacer has been out of action for nearly three months, following a knee injury sustained during the 2022 T20 World Cup final.
Despite this setback, Shaheen remains one of the most promising and talented pacers in the game today. With his wedding now behind him, the focus shifts to his comeback, as he prepares to make his return to the field during the 2023 Pakistan Super League (PSL).
First Published: Feb 3, 2023 9:57 PM IST
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