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Naseem Shah reveals why he doesn’t let his father watch his matches

Naseem shared that his father has been dealing with health issues

Naseem Shah reveals why he doesn’t let his father watch his matches PHOTO: PCB

Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah has shared why he doesn't allow his father to watch his matches.

While speaking to Cricbuzz, Naseem revealed that his father has been dealing with health issues, and becomes distressed when the team loses.

"There is a lot going on in a cricketer's life behind the scenes about which people are not aware," Naseem said. "My father is going through some health issues. There was a time when he did not know anything about cricket, but now he watches every ball and gets distressed when we lose. So, before every big game, I ring my brothers to make sure that our father doesn't watch it. I fear that it may lead to some bigger health complications. It [the pressure] is like I am playing two matches at once."

Naseem took a much-needed break from the pressures of competitive bowling after 2024 T20 World Cup. Although he spent time working on his game at the National Cricket Academy, he also made it a priority to be with his family.

"Family helps you to connect to your true self," he said.

He reflected that while cricket has made him known to the world, being with his family reminds him that he's more than just a cricketer—he's also a son.

"You realise there was a life before cricket and there is one beyond it. The world knows you because of cricket and they will talk to you about it. But, when you are with the family, they will talk to you about other aspects of life and you realise that 'I am not just a cricketer but I am a son of this family'. It is a good diversion from cricket," he added.