Younis Khan takes selfies with students and faculty members at Karachi University. PHOTO: ATHAR KHAN/EXPRESS
The trophy was displayed at the Edhi Centre in order to honour Edhi. Afridi met the late philanthropist's widow, Bilqees Edhi, and son, Faisal Edhi, saying that the mission of the great Edhi sahib should be supported and continued with passion.
Younis Khan holds the trophy aloft at Karachi University. PHOTO: ATHAR KHAN/EXPRESSAfridi lauded the Pakistan Cricket Board for starting the trophy tour from the Edhi Centre as the late philanthropist worked tirelessly for the benefit of the country. He added that Edhi taught us about how to serve the nation and humanity and we must all follow his path.
He added that it felt good to visit the place from where Edhi used to run this great organisation that has served humanity free of any discrimination. The cricketer also interacted with the children at the Edhi Centre.
He was accompanied by officials of the Pakistan Cricket Board and International Cricket Council. Later in the day, test batsman Younis Khan took the trophy to Karachi. Speaking to the media, Khan said the Pakistani team could easily compete with any team in the world and could also win the champion's trophy. He asked his fans to pray that he completes his 10,000 test runs as early as possible as it will be a gift for the nation.
Misbahul Haq displays the trophy at the National Stadium. PHOTO: ATHAR KHAN/EXPRESSKhan added that after his retirement he wants to serve humanity just like Abdul Sattar Edhi. He said he wants to follow Edhi's path as serving humanity garners you respect and you also earn the blessings of Allah.
He later took pictures and selfies with students present at the event. Cricketer Misbahul Haq also took the trophy to the National Stadium, where he also posed for pictures.
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