Shahid Afridi is alive and well. A viral video had claimed the former Pakistan captain was dead, but it was fabricated using AI.
The video said Afridi was buried in Karachi and many officials paid their respects. However, an investigation found the video was fake, and Afridi is actually in good health.
Afridi has been in the news lately for his anti-India sentiment. The Indian government banned his social media accounts, along with those of other Pakistani cricketers and celebrities.
Afridi retired from cricket in 2017. He had a successful career, scoring over 11,000 runs and taking 541 wickets in all formats. He still holds the record for the most sixes in ODIs, with 351. Indian batsman Rohit Sharma is close behind, with 344 sixes.
Afridi has been involved in politics since his retirement. He was known for his aggressive batting style and his ability to hit big sixes. Despite his retirement, Afridi remains a popular figure in the cricket world.
Career Highlights
- Scored over 11,000 runs in international cricket
- Took 541 wickets in all formats
- Hit 351 sixes in ODIs, a record that still stands
Life After Cricket
Afridi has been involved in various business ventures and philanthropic activities since his retirement. He has also been vocal about his political views, which has sometimes landed him in controversy. Despite this, Afridi remains a beloved figure in Pakistan and a respected name in the cricket world.