Islamabad — Pakistan cricket star Shadab Khan has entered a new chapter in his life as he became the father of a baby girl.
The 26-year-old all-rounder shared the joyous news on Instagram and X, expressing gratitude to Allah and asking fans to keep his newborn and family in their prayers. “Words can’t describe my feelings; please remember us in your duas,” he wrote in his heartfelt post.
Within hours, the announcement went viral across social media platforms, drawing thousands of likes, shares, and congratulatory messages. Teammates, cricket fans, and members of the sports fraternity warmly congratulated Shadab on this milestone.
Family ties with Saqlain Mushtaq
Shadab married the daughter of legendary off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq in 2023. The marriage itself drew public attention, and now his journey into fatherhood has won him even greater affection from fans.
Shadab Khan’s cricketing journey
Since making his international debut in 2017, Shadab has remained a key figure in Pakistan’s white-ball squad, admired for his leg-spin and valuable lower-order batting.
In domestic cricket, he leads Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where his leadership and all-round skills have consistently helped the franchise shine.
With the arrival of his baby daughter, Shadab Khan continues to win hearts both on and off the field, as fans shower him with love, respect, and prayers.