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Son Sends Nabi’s First Ball for Six in Shpageeza T20, Delaying Afghan Star’s ODI Retirement

A viral clip of Eisakhil’s first-ball six against his father underscores his 52-run knock for Amo Sharks, prompting Nabi to postpone his ODI exit.

Overview

  • Hassan Eisakhil struck Mohammad Nabi for a six off the very first ball of his over in Kabul’s Shpageeza Cricket League match on July 22, 2025.
  • The 18-year-old opener scored 52 runs from 36 balls to propel Amo Sharks to a total of 162 in 19.4 overs against Mis Ainak Knights.
  • Nabi, playing for Mis Ainak Knights, conceded 12 runs in his sole over after being introduced in the ninth over at age 40.
  • Cricket historians believe this marks the first instance of a son hitting his father for six in a professional domestic or international match.
  • The viral moment convinced Nabi to postpone his planned retirement from one-day internationals to pursue his dream of playing alongside his son for Afghanistan.