Karachi( The COW News Digital)Former Pakistan cricket captain and celebrated all-rounder Shahid Khan Afridi is beaming with joy as his grandson, Aaliyar, turned one year old. The milestone celebration brought immense happiness to Afridi, who shared heartfelt emotions on social media.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Afridi posted adorable pictures of his grandson — the son of national fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi and Afridi’s daughter — expressing gratitude and affection. “In just one year, my dear Aaliyar has brought more love and joy into our lives than I could ever imagine,” Afridi wrote in his message, adding prayers for his grandson’s health, happiness, and a purposeful life.
The birthday post quickly gained traction online, with fans and cricketing personalities extending warm wishes to Afridi’s family. Many highlighted the symbolic significance of the bond between the Afridi and Shaheen families, which has been followed closely by cricket fans since the high-profile wedding.
Shahid Afridi’s daughter married Shaheen Shah Afridi on February 3, 2023, in a ceremony that captured nationwide attention. Their son, Aaliyar, was born on August 24, 2024, and his arrival was widely celebrated within Pakistan’s cricketing circles.
Afridi, often known as “Boom Boom” for his explosive batting style, has always shared a close bond with his family. His public display of affection for Aaliyar reflects not only his pride as a grandfather but also his softer, family-oriented side, a contrast to his fierce reputation on the cricket field.
Fans online flooded the post with congratulatory messages, calling Afridi a “proud grandfather” and praising the way the Afridi legacy continues to grow both on and off the field. Some even speculated about the possibility of Aaliyar one day following in the cricketing footsteps of both his father and grandfather.
The Afridi family’s latest celebration adds another personal highlight to a cricketing dynasty that has long been in the public eye. With Shahid Afridi’s enduring legacy in Pakistan cricket and Shaheen Shah Afridi’s current status as one of the world’s leading fast bowlers, Aaliyar’s first birthday became a moment cherished not only by the family but also by cricket fans across the nation.
