‘I’m a cricketer because of my mother’: Naseem Shah Talks About The Loss of His Mother [Video]

The youngster made his debut at the age of 16 under tragic circumstances.

Not many people know this but Naseem Shah made his international debut for Pakistan under tragic circumstances.

The fiery Pakistan bowler had to deal with the loss of his mother right before his first match in Australia.

“When I went for my international debut, the night before that match the team management came to me and told me that my mother has passed away,” Naseem shares his heart-breaking start to his career. “I just fainted at that moment and I was unable to understand that what actually happened. I tried my best to attend my mother’s funeral but unfortunately I could not as I was far away from my homeland.”

Naseem Shah’s mother passed away due to a cardiac arrest. Naseem, 16 years old, at the time, had to attend her funeral via video call as he couldn’t make it back in time for the janaza.

In an interview, Naseem shares his emotional journey into cricket and how his mother was his strongest supporter.

“Today I’m a cricketer just because of my mother,” Naseem said. “She was the one who always supported me as my father was totally against it. I remember when I was selected in the cricket team for the first time, my mother called me and said that I don’t know what happened but people are coming at home to congratulate me and I’m very happy.”

Check out the interview here:

 

Netizens are still teary-eyed over the youngster’s interview.

Now, Naseem Shah is a hero of Pakistan, making his mother proud with his fighting spirit. Share your thoughts in the comment section below.