Little Master Hanif recovering after stroke

E-Paper | April 25, 2026

KARACHI: Former Pakistan captain Hanif Mohammad who suffered a stroke a couple of days ago is making steady recovery at the Aga Khan Hospital, his grandson Shehzar Mohammad informed on Wednesday.

“My grandfather suffered a stroke which was confirmed from the MRI tests and other procedures carried out by the doctors on Tuesday,” Shehzar said while speaking from the hospital.

Former opening batsman Hanif, known as the ‘Little Master’ was rushed to hospital on Sunday evening due to high fever, vomiting and dizziness.

“Due to the stroke, my grandfather developed some speech problems but he is making steady progress now as he is undergoing physiotherapy and speech therapy sessions,” added Shehzar, himself a first class cricketer and son of Shoaib Muhammad who is currently in Bangladesh as fielding coach of the Pakistan team.

The 80-year-old Hanif underwent a cancer surgery in London last year to remove the right lobe of his liver. —APP

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M J Syed

Mar 06, 2014 02:11pm

A lot has been said about him over the decades. Someone wrote at his peak time that if a Pakistani was asked their name in a hurry the likely answer would be Hanif Mohammad. God bless him with much longer healthy life for he made many many to be proud of being Pakistani.

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Mar 06, 2014 03:10pm

Hanif Sahib, you bring back memories of your visit to a little known East African town in 1956. We then saw you in Nairobi in 1964 and that twirl in your bat as the bowlers came steaming in is unforgetful. Just sheer nostalgia and what a naturally gifted player you were. Get well soon. Love you.

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Masoud

Mar 06, 2014 04:32pm

A living legend & an authority in cricket. May Allah grant him good health & full recovery from his illness.

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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad

Mar 06, 2014 06:10pm

May God Almighty grant quick and complete recovery to cricket legend Hanif Mohammad and accord him long life, better health, more tangible resources and bundles of wealth. Aameen, Tsum Aameen.

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kazim reza

Mar 06, 2014 06:13pm

The great little man still alive!what a great news.like me many in Dhaka even in our press club would indeed happy. Alhamdulliah.

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Muhammed Ali

Mar 06, 2014 06:46pm

May Allah bless you Sir get well soon..

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Nadeem

Mar 06, 2014 09:41pm

Good news that Sir Hanif is well thank you sir for your great effort in establishing Pakistan in cricket world. You are a true hero and always remain in our hearts and duas. You are a role model to all young aspiring cricketers.May Allah give you speedy recovery, health and long life- Ameen.

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Afzal

Mar 06, 2014 11:57pm

May Allah grant Hanif Mohammad a healthy and speedy recovery. Ameen

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Mar 07, 2014 02:05am

Get well soon Sir. Much love, from USA

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Riazuddin

Mar 07, 2014 04:36am

I have watch him playing along with my uncle ALIMUDDIN very closeing opening together.MayAllah grant Hanif uncle speedy recovery.

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Riazuddin

Mar 07, 2014 05:40am

I have watch Hanif uncle playing with my uncle Alimuddin open the batting together one of best opening pair.Those days crickter used to play love for country not for money.In early days cricket was very good pepole used respect they heros.May allah grant Hanif uncle speedy recovery.

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Dipak

Mar 07, 2014 08:37am

Hanifbhai, wishing you a full and speedy recovery. We have been always very proud of you. We cheered for you every time you played for Pakistan whether in India or in Pakistan. You having been borne in my region of Gujarat, we always feel a special bond with you. We pray god for your full recovery. Your friends from across the border.

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Mar 07, 2014 08:47am

I remember Hanif, he represented Sind Madrassa in Karachi way back sometime in 1949 and I used to play for St. Pat. Even then he was a great player. Great players are fighter and he will fight his way through this one. I wish him the best and speedy recovery.

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ABL

Mar 07, 2014 10:28am

I am 53 years old. My father nicknamed me "Hanif" during my childhood, when Hanif Sb was his batting hero. My father died 25 years back, but my mom (80 y) still remembers how much my father loved Hanif Sb. Wishing you well and may the Almighty give you strength and you recover soon.

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Muhammad Farooq

Mar 08, 2014 12:35pm

Sir, you brought glory to the country through cricket and made us proud. Praying for your speedy recovery, health happiness and a long life.

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