Veteran Cricket Journalist Qamar Ahmed Passes Away at 88
QAMAR Ahmed KARACHI: A chapter in cricket journalism was closed on Thursday when Qamar Ahmed, a veteran reporter, broadcaster and former first-class cricketer, passed away after cardiac-related illness in Karachi. He was 88. His Namaz-e-Janaza was offered at Masjid Bait-ul-Salam in DHA Phase IV after Maghrib prayer. When contacted by Dawn earlier this month, Qamar said that he was hospitalised in Karachi after experiencing cardiac issues on June 2, and so underwent angioplast
Qamar Ahmed, a distinguished figure in cricket journalism, broadcasting, and a former first-class cricketer, has passed away in Karachi at the age of 88 following a cardiac-related illness. Ahmed, who had a career spanning six decades, was known for his extensive coverage of cricket events both on and off the field. He also authored several books on cricket, including his autobiography published in 2020. His journalistic career began in Hyderabad, Sindh, and he later worked for prominent international media organizations such as the BBC, Reuters, and AFP. Ahmed's contributions to cricket journalism were significant, documenting major controversies and historical moments in the sport.
The passing of Qamar Ahmed marks the end of an era in cricket journalism, leaving behind a rich legacy of reporting and literary contributions to the sport.
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