Former cricketer, Abul Qadir passed away on Friday in Lahore at the age of 63 due to cardiac arrest. He breathed his last when he was on his way to the hospital and this news came as a sudden shock to the nation.
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Known as the dancing bowler due to his peculiar bowling style, he made his One-Day International debut in 1983 World Cup, and took 132 wickets in 104 games and former captain and now Prime Minister Imran Khan used his skills as an attacking weapon in 1983’s World Cup held in England. He took 236 wickets in Test matches in his international career, with a best of 9-65 against England in 1987. He later served as chief selector for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) as well as a match commentator.
Abul Qadir has four sons, Rehman, Imran, Suleman and Usman, all played first-class cricket and his daughter, Noor is married to cricketer, Umar Akmal.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Prime Minister Imran Khan, DB ISPR Maj. Gen. Asif Ghafoor and cricketers from all across the country offered their deepest condolences to Abul Qadir’s family and friends.
Qadir's bowling statistics do not do justice to his genius. Had he been playing cricket now with the modern DRS system, where batsmen can be given out on the front foot as well, Qadir would have gotten as many wickets as the great Shane Warne.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) September 7, 2019
Sad to know about demise of googli King Abdul Qadir. He will be remembered for his unique style, extraordinary talent and contributions for cricket. Prayers for departed soul, sympathies with bereaved family. @KamiAkmal23
— Asif Ghafoor (@peaceforchange) September 6, 2019
Legendary leg spinner Abdul Qadir sb passed away. Just got this sad news. The revival of leg spin in cricket is completely credited to him. He inspired a generation of bowlers to take up leg spin.
Inna lillahi wa inna elaihi rajaoon.#AbdulQadir pic.twitter.com/mhBZy2yVk9— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) September 6, 2019
They called him the magician for many reasons but when he looked me in the eyes & told me I was going to play for Pakistan for the next 20 years, I believed him.A Magician, absolutely. A leg spinner & a trailblazer of his time. You will be missed Abdul Qadir but never forgotten
— Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) September 6, 2019
May Allah bless the departed soul of legendary leg spinner Abdul Qadir Sahib who has passed away due to heart attack. It's sad news for all of us. May Allah give patience to the rest of the family. RIP Ameen
امین 🤲🏼. إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ pic.twitter.com/htjQPOPHyi— Saeed Ajmal (@REALsaeedajmal) September 6, 2019
إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ
Absolutely shocking news to hear the sad passing Legend Abdul Qadir saab. May Allah SWT grant him the highest rank in jannah and his family the patience to bare the loss. #Ameen
— Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) September 6, 2019
A legend of the game, Abdul Qadir left us today. Inna lilahi wa inna ilahi raajioon. #RIP
— Wahab Riaz (@WahabViki) September 6, 2019
إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ
My heart goes out to the family of our legend Abdul Qadir saab, May Allah give him the highest level of Jannat and may people always remember him with love and the highest level of respect in this world, Ameen
— Shoaib Malik 🇵🇰 (@realshoaibmalik) September 6, 2019
We all belong to Allah SWT and to Him we all shall return. Deeply saddened to hear about Sir Abdul Qadir's death. May Allah meet his soul with a smile & keep him in His shade of love & mercy, Ameen.
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) September 6, 2019
Sad to find out about our legends Abdul Qadir and Abid Ali passing away
إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَMay Allah give courage to their families during this tough time InshAllah. Pls recite Fatiha for the two legends who elevated the name of Pakistan across the world
— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) September 6, 2019
Remember playing against Abdul Qadir, one of the best spinners of his times. My heartfelt condolences to his family. RIP. pic.twitter.com/iu03d45sJ0
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) September 7, 2019
Saddened to hear about the sudden demise of Abdul Qadir, a great exponent of legspin who revived the art. Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) September 7, 2019
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— Bishan Bedi (@BishanBedi) September 6, 2019
Our heart goes out to his family and we pray that ALLAH grant them with enough strength to cope with this huge loss!
Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Raji'un. My Father has passed away by the will of Allah Subhana Wa TaaAllah. I request you all to pray for his Magfirat. May Allah Almighty's blessings be upon my father and Allah SWT grants him Janat Ul Firdous. Ameen. #BLACKDAYOFMYLIFE pic.twitter.com/fQltFf4XJw
— Usman Qadir (@Qadircricketer) September 6, 2019
PCB pays tribute to Abdul Qadir
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— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) September 6, 2019
