SHOAIB AKHTAR FRAMED AND SIGNED PLAYING SHIRT 

Limited Edition: 1

Framed Size: 1100 x 900 (mm)

Signature: Personally signed by Shoaib Akhtar

Certificate of Authenticity: Yes

This piece of framed memorabilia celebrates the actual shirt worn by Shoaib Akhtar during the Boxing Day Cricket Test held at the MCG in 2004 with a striking blue background, hand signed and game worn short and accompanied photographs.

About Shoaib Akhtar

Shoaib Akhtar (born 13 August 1975) is a former Pakistani right arm fast bowler in cricket, who is regarded as the fastest bowler in the history of cricket. He set an official world record by achieving the fastest delivery, when he clocked in at 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) in his bowling speed, twice at a cricket match against England. His ability to bowl fast yorkers and quick bouncers have made him one of the best fast bowlers in cricket.

However, he has been involved in several controversies during his career, often accused of not being a team player. Akhtar was sent home during the Test match series in Australia in 2005 for alleged poor attitude. A year later, he was embroiled in a drug scandal after testing positive to a banned substance. However, the ban imposed on him was lifted on court appeal.

In September 2007, Akhtar was banned for an indefinite period for his fight with Pakistan team mate and fast bowler Mohammed Asif. On 1 April 2008, Akhtar was banned for five years for publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board. In October 2008, the Lahore High Court in Pakistan suspended the five year ban and Akhtar was selected in the 15-man squad for the Twenty20 Quadrangular Tournament in Canada. Pakistani judge, Rana Bhagwandas stated once that, Akhtar is a legend of Pakistan cricket. He retired from international cricket after the 2011 World Cup.