Pakistan’s Oldest Living Cricketer Wazir Mohammad Passes Away at 95 in Birmingham

Wazir Mohammad (Getty Images)

Wazir Mohammad, Pakistan’s oldest living cricketer and a member of the country’s first-ever Test team, passed away at the age of 95 in Birmingham, United Kingdom, on Monday.

Wazir, the eldest of the famous Mohammad brothers, represented Pakistan in 20 Test matches between 1952 and 1959. He was the last surviving member of Pakistan’s inaugural Test squad that played against India in 1952 — a defining moment in the nation’s cricketing history.

Renowned for his elegant batting style and technical finesse, Wazir played several crucial innings during Pakistan’s formative years in international cricket. One of his most memorable performances came in the 1957–58 series against the West Indies, where he scored a brilliant 189 at Port of Spain, guiding Pakistan to victory. Another highlight of his career was his composed knock of 42 runs during Pakistan’s historic 1954 Oval Test triumph — their first-ever Test win on English soil.

After hanging up his boots, Wazir Mohammad continued to contribute to the sport as an advisor to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) before eventually settling in the UK.

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PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed deep sorrow over his passing, extending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. He also acknowledged Wazir’s invaluable contributions to Pakistan cricket, describing him as one of the pioneers who laid the foundation for the nation’s success in the international arena.

Wazir Mohammad’s legacy will continue to inspire generations of Pakistani cricketers who follow in the footsteps of one of the game’s earliest torchbearers.