KARACHI: Veteran television and radio sports commentator Sheikh Mohammad Naqi was better known as S.M. Naqi.

For those who may not know him much, should know that the late commentator was once a known and a recognized voice beaming a live account of any international hockey match for Pakistan Television or Radio Pakistan from distant destinations.

By profession a sports journalist hailing from a defunct Urdu newspaper Naqi’s forte was his Urdu commentary in hockey alone which he used to from the arenas of Olympics, Asian Games, Champions Trophy and other international events.

Not a broadcaster in a true sense but his deep knowledge and deep understanding of the game gave him edge and command. As a man for all seasons he was one of those few broadcasters who used to bail out his producers by accepting the assignments on a short notice in sports events other than hockey.

Naqi himself donned colours at the junior level but he was a known personality in the sports world. He served as an active member of the Pakistan Sports Writers Association for many years.

Naqi’s contribution in the world of sports was recognised by the government when he was decorated with the Pride of Performance a few years ago.

As a man and a friend, Naqi belonged to the old school, loyal who hospitable and warm in his circle of friends.

Leading a private life for past few years on account of his illness which had confined him to his abode but not long ago Naqi was a prominent figure of Karachi Press Club card room. Like Farooq Mazhar and Zakir Syed he will be equally missed both at sporting events as well as at KPC and by sports enthusiasts as well his friends.

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