Shaheen Afridi with family (X.com/@Vikrant_1589, @ahtashamriaz22, @shan_afridi7)
Making his international debut in 2018, Pakistan’s premier pacer, Shaheen Shah Afridi, quickly became a prominent figure, winning the ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year in 2021 and becoming the first Pakistani to receive the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy. Moreover, Afridi has led Lahore Qalandars to consecutive Pakistan Super League titles in 2022 and 2023, making them the first team to defend the title.
However, people often refer him as Shahid Afridi's son, due to their common last names. Instead Shaheen is Shahid's father-in-law. Having said that, let’s take a deeper look into Shaheen Afridi's family background and clear all doubts.
Shaheen Afridi's Family Background
Pakistan Cricketer Shaheen Afridi (AFP Image)
Shaheen Afridi, born on 6 April 2000, belongs to the Zakhakhel Afridi tribe of the Pashtuns. Born and raised in Landi Kotal, Khyber Agency of the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (present-day Khyber District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa), Afridi in the youngest of seven brothers.
Notably, Shaheen Afridi comes from a sports-loving family, despite belonging to the Zakhakhel Afridi tribe of the Pashtuns. His eldest brother, Riaz Afridi, who is 15 years older than him, played a solitary Test match for Pakistan in 2004. Moreover, his cousin Yasir Afridi is a professional footballer who has represented the Pakistan national football team.
Moreover, in February 2023, the Pakistani pacer got married to Shahid Afridi's daughter, Ansha Afridi, after 2 years of engagement. The couple welcomed their first child on 24 August 2024, a son named Aliyaar Afridi.
Shaheen Afridi's Father
Shaheen Shah Afridi with his father (X.com/@_ZainZahid)
The 25-year-old Pakistan pacer, Shaheen Afridi's father, is Ayaz Khan, a retired government officer. Notably, the Lahore Qalandars announced a scholarship program in his name in January 2022.
Under this one-year-long scholarship program, five underprivileged U-18 kids from Pakistan will get the opportunity to develop their cricketing skills as well as get a formal education.
Shaheen Afridi's Mother
Shaheen Afridi's mother, Basheer Bibi is a homemaker. While there's not much information available about her, it is noted that she has been a force behind Shaheen's success at the biggest stage.
Shaheen Afridi's Sister
As of the publicly available data, Shaheen doesn't have a sister. However, he has seven brothers and is the youngest of all of them. The eldest, being 15 years older than him, is Riaz Afridi, a former Pakistan cricketer and a coach.
Shaheen Afridi's Wife
Shaheen Afridi with his wife Ansha Afridi (X.com/@_currentpak)
Former captain of the T20I Pakistan side, Shaheen Afridi, is married to veteran Shahid Afridi’s daughter, Ansha Afridi. The couple got engaged in March 2021 and tied the knot on September 19, 2023, followed by a grand walima ceremony on September 21, 2023.
Ansha, apart from her family legacy, has made a name for herself being a social activist. Her dedication and efforts to positively affect social change have been prominent.
Shaheen Afridi's Father-in-Law
Shaheen Afridi’s father-in-law, Shahid Afridi (X.com/@cric___guy)
Coming to Shaheen Afridi’s father-in-law, and a former Pakistan cricketer, Shahid Afridi. It is a name known to every cricket fan across the globe. One of the best spin all-rounders, especially in limited-overs cricket. Starting his career as a right-arm leg spinner, Shahid took no time to show his batting prowess. Playing his first international innings, and broke the record for fastest century in ODI cricket (doing so in 37 deliveries).
After a very successful career, on 19 February 2017, Afridi announced his retirement from international cricket. Shahid served as the interim chief selector of the Pakistan cricket team for one series against New Zealand. Furthermore, at present, he runs his own charity, the Shahid Afridi Foundation.
Shaheen Afridi's Children
Shaheen and Ansha's son (X.com/@WaheedMalik93 & @IamSafdar17)
The speedster, Shaheen Afridi and his partner, Ansha, were blessed with a baby boy on August 24, 2024. The couple shared their firstborn’s news, announcing his name, Ali Yar, through social media.
FAQs: Shaheen Afridi Family Members
Q.1. Who are the relatives of Shaheen Afridi?
Ans. Shaheen Shah Afridi is the son-in-law of the legendary Pakistan cricketer, Shahid Afridi.
Q.2. Is Shaheen Afridi married to his cousin?
Ans. No, Shaheen Afridi is married to Shahid Afridi’s daughter, Ansha Afridi. The confusion arises due to the same last names.
Q.3. Who is the first wife of Shaheen Afridi?
Ans. 25-year-old Shaheen Afridi is married to Ansha. He has only been married once.
