Bismillah Jan Shinwari a member of the ICC International Panel of Umpires, died at the age of 41 on Monday night. The reason for his death is now been unveiled by Afghanistan's new outlet Tolo News. As per the report, Shinwari brother revealed that he travelled to Peshwar in Pakistan to remove an abdominal fat, post which he lost his life.
Seyda Jan, Shinwari's brother, revealed, "He got sick and went to Peshawar, saying he wanted to have abdominal fat removed. He was hospitalised for a few days. The surgery was performed, but unfortunately, he passed away at 5 PM after the operation. We brought his body back through Torkham overnight and buried him in our ancestral cemetery in Achin."
The funeral was reportedly held on Tuesday in Achin district of Nangarhar province. He is survived by five sons and seven daughters.
Afghanistan Cricket Board pays tribute to Bismillah Jan Shinwari
The Afghanistan Cricket Board posted a message on X which said, "The Afghanistan Cricket Board extends its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to his family, friends, and the entire Afghan cricket fraternity. We pray that the Almighty Allah (SWT) grants him the highest ranks in Jannah and gives patience and strength to his loved ones during this difficult time,"
Bismillah Jan Shinwari's umpiring career
Shinwari officiated in 34 ODIs, 26 T20Is, 31 First-Class, 51 List A, and 96 domestic T20 matches, according to the country's cricket board. His debut in international cricket as an umpire came in December 2017, overseeing an ODI between Afghanistan and Ireland in Sharjah, according to International Cricket Council.
