DOHA: Afghanistan cricketer Rahmat Shah became the target of a shocking death hoax after a viral Instagram post falsely claimed that the experienced batter had passed away. The misleading post quickly spread across social media platforms, leaving many cricket fans worried and confused.
However, there is no truth to the rumors. Rahmat Shah is alive, healthy, and there has been no official statement from the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), his family, or any reliable news source confirming such claims.
The fake post appears to be another example of misinformation spreading rapidly online, where unverified content often gains traction before facts are checked. Several fans later pointed out that the viral image used old photographs and misleading captions to create panic among followers.
Rahmat Shah is regarded as one of Afghanistan’s most dependable batters across formats and has played a crucial role in the rise of Afghan cricket on the international stage. Known for his calm approach and consistency, he remains an important figure in the national team setup.
Fans have urged social media users to avoid sharing unverified news and to rely only on trusted sources for updates regarding players and public figures.
As of now, Rahmat Shah continues to be active, and the viral “death news” has been confirmed to be completely false.
