Shafiq Chishti
Famous Pakistani Kabaddi Players of the Circle Style - Shafiq Chishti
Shafiq Chishti is one of the most popular Pakistani kabaddi players. Born on September 9, 1990, as Shafiq Ahmed Chishti He originally belongs to Chak 87, Sahiwal, Punjab, Pakistan.
However, the excellent raider resides in historic Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
Besides having had an association with WAPDA, many have gone on to address him as the Tiger of Pakistan. He is a former captain of the Pakistan kabaddi team.
He began playing kabaddi competitively around 2009, including matches overseas.
The 5-foot eleven-inch player has represented Pakistan at the Asia Cup and several World Cups.
In the World Kabaddi League, he has featured for Lahore Lions. He recalled an unforgettable moment from this tournament, whilst conversing with Sahiwal Media on YouTube.
“During 2014/2015 in a match against Vancouver Lions of Canada, I had to do a raid and come back in the last thirteen minutes.
“In those days, I had a cold, but I did the raid and cleared it on the last point. The Almighty gave me a lot of respect and honour. I cannot forget this raid.”
The 2014 World Cup was a memorable tournament for him as Pakistan came on top over arch-rivals India 43-41.
The final took place at the Punjab Stadium, Lahore, Pakistan on February 15, 2020. Shafiq had the final raid, as Pakistan became world champions for the first time.
These kabaddi players have shown exactly why the sport is so loved in Pakistan and across South Asia.
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