The Pakistan cricket community is in shock and mourning following the sudden death of young cricketer Aleem Khan. The talented fast bowler suffered a cardiac arrest and collapsed while bowling during a PCB Challenge League match in Bannu.
Despite immediate medical attention, efforts to revive him were unsuccessful, and he was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Umpire Inamullah Khan confirmed Aleem’s collapse and subsequent passing.
PCB Director Domestic, Abdullah Khurram Niazi, expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to Aleem’s family.
The PCB Challenge League serves as a vital platform for emerging talent from lower tiers to progress into the top levels of Pakistan’s domestic cricket.