Pakistan‘s mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed recently tied the knot in Karachi, officially concluding his wedding festivities with a reception attended by prominent figures from the cricket establishment.
Abrar Ahmed’s valima reception in Karachi attended by PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and Shaheen Afridi
Pakistan’s mystery spinner Abrar started a new chapter in his life, reportedly with Amna Rahim, by formally concluding his wedding ceremony in Karachi on Saturday, October 4. The 27-year-old cricketer, whose nikah had taken place earlier, held his formal ‘rukhsati’, bringing his bride home amidst much celebration. The wedding festivities were extensive, having begun the previous night, Friday, with a vibrant ‘mehndi’ ceremony. Glimpses of the cricketer dressed in a traditional green shalwar kameez during the mehndi delighted fans across social media platforms, which were quickly filled with messages of congratulations and well-wishes for the couple.
The excitement continued on Saturday when a video went viral showing Abrar, surrounded by close friends and family, celebrating outside the marriage hall. The clip captured the lively atmosphere as the group danced enthusiastically to the beat of drums. The final official ceremony, the wedding reception (valima), was scheduled for Monday in Karachi and was highly attended. Notably, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has attended the reception ceremony, alongside national team players like Shaheen Afridi. The presence of the PCB Chairman and teammates showcased Abrar’s importance to the national cricket setup.
Here are the videos:
Congratulations Abrar Ahmed on your wedding, Wishing you a lifetime of love, joy and unforgettable memories.#Cricket | #Pakistan | #AbrarAhmed | #Wedding | #Karachi pic.twitter.com/TlhchZSKv6
— Khel Shel (@khelshel) October 4, 2025
PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi along with Pakistan team players are attending Abrar Ahmed’s valima reception.#Cricket | #Pakistan | #MohsinNaqvi | #AbrarAhmed | #ShaheenAfridi | #FaheemAshraf | #AsadShafiq | #Karachi pic.twitter.com/R9T0G4bWTp
— Khel Shel (@khelshel) October 6, 2025
Abrar’s cricketing journey and return to national duty for Pakistan
Abrar’s wedding comes during a brief break in his demanding international career. Since making his debut for Pakistan in 2022, the spinner has quickly established himself as a key figure, having represented the country in 10 Tests, 11 ODIs, and 23 T20Is. His consistency and wicket-taking ability are reflected in his tally of 93 wickets across all three formats, a figure that includes two impressive five-wicket hauls in Test cricket. His recent form saw him feature in the ACC Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025, where the Pakistan squad reached the final before ultimately losing to arch-rivals India.
Despite the ongoing personal celebrations, Abrar’s national commitment remains immediate. He has been named in Pakistan’s squad for the upcoming two-match home Test series against South Africa, which is scheduled to commence on October 12 in Lahore. To fine-tune their skills for this crucial assignment, the national cricketers are currently participating in a training camp in Lahore, which is scheduled to run until October 8. Abrar is expected to rejoin the national training camp shortly after his valima reception on Monday, allowing him to transition seamlessly from wedding festivities back to preparing for the Test series against a strong South African side.
