Aamir Jamal mourns at heartbreaking loss of infant daughter

Published - 22 Oct 2025, 18:01 IST | Updated - 22 Oct 2025, 18:15 IST

The entire global cricket community has been plunged into deep mourning, offering condolences to all-rounder Aamer Jamal, known for his aggressive pace, after the tragic and premature death of his newborn daughter. He chose to share the heartbreaking news through his personal social media handle on Wednesday, October 22.

Jamal posted an incredibly poignant photograph that captured his hand tenderly cradling the infant’s tiny one. In a raw expression of profound grief and unwavering faith, Jamal wrote, ‘Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un (From Allah we come, and to Allah we return)’.

He then articulated the immense, crushing pain of his loss, saying, ‘My little princess, my time to hold you was tragically brief. Your Mama and Baba will carry your absence with us forever’. He concluded his emotional message with a heartfelt prayer for his child, adding, ‘May you stay on highest ranks in Heaven’.

The family has refrained from publicly disclosing the specific circumstances or cause of the baby’s passing. Following his statement, there was an immediate and overwhelming outpouring of support. Fans and prominent figures across the international sports arena quickly flooded his feed with condolences, sending prayers for strength and resilience to comfort the grieving parents during this extremely difficult time.

Mohsin Naqvi, the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), expressed his deep sadness and heartfelt sympathy after hearing the heartbreaking news of Jamal’s infant daughter’s passing. Taking a moment to personally reach out, Naqvi extended his condolences to Jamal and his family, offering support during such a painful time. He concluded his message with a prayer, ‘May Allah grant you the strength and resilience to cope with this immense loss. Ameen’.