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How did Shahnawaz Dahani prepare for his maiden T20I match? With a loving call to his mother, of course

How did Shahnawaz Dahani prepare for his maiden T20I match? With a loving call to his mother, of course

The cricketer's conversation proves his debut might be the most wholesome thing to happen to Pakistani cricket.
Updated 23 Nov, 2021

While all our eyes have been on Pakistan's on-field performance against Bangladesh these days, we'd like to divert your attention to one Shahnawaz Dahani who made his T20i debut in the Pakistan versus Bangladesh match today. It was a big day for young Dahani and the cricketer marked the occasion with a loving call to his mother.

The 23-year-old was incredibly happy about his T20i debut and proudly let his followers know that this achievement was solely because of his mother's prayers for him.

The cricketer's love for his mother became even more obvious when the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) shared this endearing video of Dahani's phone call with his mother before the match. You can hear a jubilant Dahani receiving lots of love and prayers from his even more jubilant mother.

The cricketer's fans were ecstatic about his debut match and wished him well.

He's already grabbed some fans from across the border as well.

We firmly believe Dahani has amassed fans because of his endearing acts throughout the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. This wholesome man spreads love, light and sportsmanship wherever he goes.

Here's Dahani embracing Afghan cricketer Rashid Khan after a tense match between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Who can forget the moment Dahani pushed past cross-border rivalries and had a huge fan boy moment with Indian cricketer MS Dhoni?

He also spread love and cake amongst Scottish players when the Pakistani team visited Scotland's dressing room after their match.

Is it any wonder that Dahani is called "Pakistan's foreign minister" by fans?

We would challenge you to get yourself a cricket player who's more loveable than young Dahani but we know you won't find anyone like him. Congratulations Dahani on the start of your intentional cricket journey!

Comments

Farooq Jawed Nov 22, 2021 06:35pm
It is indeed very refreshing to see a cricketer this humble. His smile is infectious and his emotions genuine. I wish he has a very successful career.
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M. Saeed Nov 22, 2021 06:38pm
A fast bowler player from Sindh on a path recently threaded and won by a young KP bowler. But, they are all Pakistanis first.
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Shahid Mahmood Nov 22, 2021 06:59pm
Congrats to PCB's foreign minister Shahnawaz Dahani.
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HashBrown® Nov 22, 2021 07:19pm
Maybe I'm just growing old, but this article brought tears to my eyes. There is absolutely no blessing greater than a mother's love!
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well-wisher Nov 22, 2021 07:53pm
With mother's blessings you will go much high. Keep your feet on the ground and eyes up in gratitude. You are a proud PK. Best.
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SK9595 Nov 22, 2021 08:06pm
Good luck mate! Long journey ahead.
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Tariq Nov 22, 2021 09:06pm
Simple person! Wish him lots of luck in his career
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NYS Nov 22, 2021 10:26pm
No matter is your age you always need moms
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JackJones Nov 22, 2021 11:40pm
Congratulations Dahani!! Followed you in the domestic games and was very impressed. Thank you Pakistan cricket for selecting players based on merit.
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Imran khan Nov 23, 2021 01:15am
We are all Pakistanis FIRST & FOREMOST.
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Akil Akhtar Nov 23, 2021 03:53am
Best of luck...but he has a ling way to prove he is good enough for this level as he is average right now in pace and accuracy.
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Omveer Singh Nov 23, 2021 08:38am
Let's see how he does in the big boys club. Hopefully he's not a one hit wonder.
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Mike Nov 23, 2021 08:46am
Can you Imagine, how many Bright Players might be there if ONLY Hafeez, Malik, etc Retired! same goes for Test Cricket. Misbah's Friends are still occupying these spots after 25 years.
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ABU TALIB Nov 23, 2021 11:02am
Beware, one of the future star making marks on the horizon.
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faizan Nov 23, 2021 02:34pm
beautiful!
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Nov 23, 2021 03:15pm
Well done, keep it up and hang on tough.
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Chooza Nov 24, 2021 02:44pm
Another Sikandar Bakht, Pakistan Fast Bowler.
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