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Sikandar Raza suffers personal tragedy as younger brother passes away at 13

Akshita Patel

Sikandar Raza faces personal loss [Source: @saifahmed75, @zimbabwe.cricket/IG]Sikandar Raza faces personal loss [Source: @saifahmed75, @zimbabwe.cricket/IG]

Zimbabwe cricket captain Sikandar Raza is going through an extremely painful phase after the tragic passing of his younger brother, Muhammad Mahdi. Zimbabwe Cricket confirmed the heartbreaking news on Tuesday.

Muhammad Mahdi passed away on December 29, 2025, in Harare at the tender age of 13. He was born with haemophilia, a rare medical condition that affects the blood’s ability to clot. 

Zimbabwe cricket offers condolences to Sikandar Raza 

According to Zimbabwe Cricket, Mahdi died due to recent health complications linked to the condition. He was laid to rest a day later, on December 30, at Warren Hills Cemetery in Harare. 

The cricket board released an emotional statement expressing solidarity with Sikandar Raza and his loved ones. It held prayers of strength, comfort, and peace during this time of grief.

Sikandar Raza is one of the most admired cricketers in Zimbabwe. The loss of a sibling, especially one so young, is a devastating blow for any family. 

While Raza and his family are dealing with such a huge loss, tributes just keep pouring in from all over the international cricketing community. This is one of those moments where the sport takes a backseat, and humanity takes the forefront.

Raza recently became the No. 1 T20I all-rounder

Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza recently became the ICC’s No. 1 T20I all-rounder for the first time in his career last month. 

The achievement comes after consistent performances in the recent tri-series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka, where he contributed with both bat and ball despite tough results for his team.

After 13 years in international cricket, Raza’s rise is a result of his leadership, versatility, and lasting impact on Zimbabwe cricket at the highest level.