Back to school: Wasim Akram receives an honorary fellowship

The graduation ceremony was broadcast live on the internet

Updated 13 Jul, 2016

Earlier this week, the 'Sultan of Swing' Wasim Akram received an honorary fellowship from the University of Central Lancashire for his contribution to the field of cricket.

"There are no shortcuts in life. Work hard, believe and become," shared Akram as he addressed the crowd at the graduation ceremony.

The graduation ceremony was broadcast live on the internet

The 50-year-old athlete also spoke about his early days at Lancashire, as well as the floodings in Pakistan and what is being done to counter that.

The cricketer's manager, Arsalan Hyder confirmed that they were approached by the head of assessments and awards from UCLAN and that it had been in discussion for quite some time.

The venue of the event was Guild Hall, Preston, UCLAN

Saurav Gangulay was the last Asian player in 2009 to receive an honorary fellowship in Lancashire.

Comments

Yasir Jul 13, 2016 06:51pm

Many Congratulations Sultan. You made your country proud.

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Sarfraz Jul 13, 2016 06:58pm

Imran Khan was a 10 times greater bowler.

anees from zaida Jul 13, 2016 07:34pm

Now just think about Karachi University awarding a degree to Rahman Malik or inviting Ayan Ali.

Mansoor Tirmizi Jul 13, 2016 07:43pm

Wasim Akram, being the best-ever pair along with Waqar Younis, deserves that achievement. Thanks you Wasim and thank you UCLAN.

shuaib Jul 13, 2016 08:38pm

Doctorate in match-fixing

Ady Jul 13, 2016 09:30pm

Great example of perfection , may other Pakistani players follow you same

syed shahzad bukhari Jul 14, 2016 12:16am

Thoroughly deserved to receive this prestigious award and many more in line with his services to the cricket.

Kashif Jul 14, 2016 12:53am

He did work hard to get where he is. The world cup final was his show with bat and bowl. And that does not come easy to anyone.

Kala Ingrez - کالا انگریز - काला अंग्रेज - কালো ইংরাজি Jul 14, 2016 04:28am

LOL! Honorary degree from University of Central Lancashire for his contribution to the field of cricket. Sounds so silly, and he accepted it too, what a joke.

s kumar Jul 14, 2016 11:59am

The greatest swing bowler and inspiration for all ! Many congratulations

atif khan Jul 14, 2016 12:12pm

better late than never :p. Profesorie

Dr. K B Huzen Jul 14, 2016 01:18pm

Congrats Sultan of Swing

Ayan "Super Hero not Super Model" Jul 14, 2016 10:29pm

@shuaib ... Your comnent is ample proof that you do not know anything about the game of Cricket and contribution of Wasim Akram for Cricket.

Ayan "Super Hero not Super Model" Jul 14, 2016 10:32pm

Thank you Wasim for making us proud. You deserve to be not only loved and respected by the Pakistani nation but the rest of Cricketing world as well.

Ding Jul 14, 2016 10:33pm

Good to hear that services of Wasim Akram have been recognised. Lets celebrate this and not nag about who is better or worst. Lets feel happy that he has been rightly honoured.

Ahsan Khan Jul 15, 2016 07:15am

@Kala Ingrez - کالا انگریز - काला अंग्रेज - কালো ইংরাজি what is silly about it. It is just a token of appreciation.