Former PCB Chairman Shaharyar Khan Passes Away

Shaharyar Mohammad Khan, the former head of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), passed away at the age of 89 after a prolonged illness. Khan was hospitalized when his health worsened in the early hours of Saturday, and he died during treatment. He is survived by his wife and four children.

A seasoned diplomat who previously served as Pakistan’s foreign secretary, Shaharyar Khan played significant roles in cricket administration. He assumed the position of PCB chairman in December 2003, succeeding Gen Tauqir Zia. However, despite his strategic leadership, Khan encountered challenges due to increasing influence from New Delhi in international cricket, leading to his premature departure from the role in October 2006.

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Belonging to the esteemed Pataudi family, with the senior Nawab of Pataudi as his uncle and the junior Nawab as his cousin, Khan’s legacy extended beyond cricket.

Following his passing, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed profound sadness and offered condolences, recognizing Shaharyar Khan’s contributions and extending prayers for him and his family during this difficult time.