Pakistan Cricket: Pakistan cricket has suffered a big blow today. Former PCB chairman and Nawab Pataudi's cousin Shahryar Khan has passed away. He has said goodbye to the world at the age of 89. Due to his demise, a wave of mourning has returned in Pakistan cricket. Shahryar Khan's death has been confirmed by his family. He died in Lahore, Pakistan. Shahryar Khan has also served as the national cricket team manager, PCB chairman twice and Foreign Affairs Secretary.
He had a special relationship with India
Shahryar Khan was born on 29 March 1934 in Lucknow, India. Shahryar Khan's primary education took place in India. After that India was divided and Shahryar Khan went to Pakistan. Shahryar Khan began a distinguished career as a diplomat in Karachi. Apart from this, he also worked as the Foreign Secretary of Pakistan. Shahryar Khan belonged to a family with a rich cricket heritage. He was the cousin of former Indian captain Nawab Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi.
Died at the age of 89
According to the information received, Shahryar Khan's health suddenly deteriorated this morning and he died. Shahryar Khan has said goodbye to the world at the age of 89. Shahryar Khan is survived by his wife and 4 children.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed condolences
After receiving the news of Shahryar Khan's demise, current Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board Mohsin Naqvi tweeted and wrote that on behalf of PCB, I express deep condolences and sorrow on the demise of former Chairman Shahryar Khan. He was a good administrator and served Pakistan cricket with utmost dedication.