Islamabad, June 25 -- Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is mourning the loss of his elder brother, Shahid Akhtar, who passed away after battling health issues.

Sharing the heartbreaking news on social media, Shoaib wrote, "I'm very saddened to share that my beloved older brother, Shahid Akhtar, has returned to Allah Subhana wa Taala."

According to reports in Pakistani media, Shahid Akhtar had been dealing with health issues and reportedly died due to lung failure. However, the family has not officially disclosed the cause of death.

For Shoaib, Shahid was more than just an elder brother. He played a significant role in supporting the former cricketer during his early struggles and remained a strong pillar throughout his journey....