Former Afghanistan star Shapoor Zadran in critical condition with rare HLH disorder in Delhi, urgent blood donation call issued

Former Afghanistan star Shapoor Zadran is currently facing a critical health battle in a New Delhi hospital. The 30-year-old former fast bowler is fighting a rare and life-threatening immune disorder, leading his family to issue an urgent public plea for A-positive blood donors to assist with his ongoing medical care.

Shapoor Zadran’s health crisis triggers urgent blood donation appeal

Since arriving in India on January 18, Zadran has been receiving treatment for Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH). This serious condition causes the immune system to become dangerously overactive, leading it to attack healthy organs. Upon his arrival in the capital, the former international cricketer was immediately moved into intensive care, where he remains under close medical supervision.

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In an effort to secure help, his family has turned to social media. His younger brother, Ghamai Zadran, posted an emotional message on Instagram describing the national icon's condition as deeply concerning. He has specifically urged individuals in the Delhi region who possess the required blood type to step forward and provide assistance during this difficult time.

"My brother, national hero Shapoor Zadran, is currently in a concerning health condition. With your prayers, we stand by our national hero. Due to a deficiency and urgent need, he is in critical need of blood. If any friends are residing in New Delhi, India, and have blood group A positive (+A), please kindly do not hesitate to donate this to our national hero. Prayers can change destiny, and blood saves lives," Ghamai, Shapoor's brother posted on Instagram.

Shapoor’s health began to decline last October, eventually leading to a diagnosis of stage-four HLH. Upon the recommendation of medical professionals in Afghanistan, his family chose to seek advanced care in India, trusting in the high quality of medical expertise available there.

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The disorder has taken a severe physical toll, causing significant damage to his bone marrow, liver, and spleen. Despite the gravity of his condition, his family reports that he remains incredibly resilient. According to his brother, Ghamai, Shapoor continues to fight with the same determination he once displayed on the cricket pitch, rarely complaining about the pain or the intense difficulties he currently faces.
Shapoor Zadran's cricketing career

Talking about Shapoor's cricketing career, he has represented Afghanistan in 44 ODIs and 36 T20Is between 2009 and 2020. Fans fondly remember his pivotal role in the 2015 World Cup, where he famously scored the winning runs against Scotland, a moment that remains one of the most iconic and celebrated achievements in the country's sporting history.