Pakistan cricketer Shadab Khan has announced the birth of his first child, a baby girl, marking a new chapter in his personal life.

The 26-year-old all-rounder expressed his gratitude on social media, asking fans to remember his family in their prayers.

Taking to Instagram and X on Saturday, Shadab posted a heartfelt message alongside photos, writing that he was “grateful beyond words for this blessing.” He also requested his followers to keep his newborn and family in their duas.

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The posts quickly went viral, receiving thousands of likes and congratulatory messages from fans, teammates, and cricket fraternity members.

Family ties with Saqlain Mushtaq

Shadab tied the knot in 2023 with the daughter of Pakistan’s legendary off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq. The union had already placed him in the spotlight, and the cricketer’s transition into fatherhood has further drawn warm wishes from across the cricketing community.

Since making his international debut in 2017, Shadab has been a key figure in Pakistan’s white-ball setup. Known as one of the leading leg-spinners in modern cricket, he has also played vital innings as a dependable lower-order batsman.

Apart from his international career, Shadab captains Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), where he is considered one of the league’s top performers.