Athar Ali Khan Heads To Sylhet After PSL Commentary Stint In Pakistan
Former Bangladesh cricketer continues journey after successful broadcast duties in Karachi
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Former Bangladesh cricketer and renowned cricket commentator Athar Ali Khan is on the move again, this time heading to Sylhet, as revealed in his latest Instagram post. The veteran broadcaster shared a simple update with his followers stating “Alhumdulillah – on my way to Sylhet” while appearing to be traveling in what looks like a car or vehicle interior.
From Pakistan To Bangladesh: A Commentator’s Journey
The post comes as part of what appears to be Athar’s ongoing travel documentation, following his recent stint in Pakistan where he was covering the 10th edition of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025. His previous Instagram posts show a well-documented journey returning from Pakistan to Bangladesh.
Just days before this Sylhet trip, Athar had posted updates tracking his journey back to Bangladesh, including posts captioned “Alhumdulillah – finally boarded for Dhaka” and “Alhumdulillah – Dhaka” confirming his arrival in the capital city. His travel patterns suggest he maintains a busy schedule moving between cricket assignments across the region.
Cricket Commentary Career
Athar Ali Khan is a former Bangladeshi cricketer who played in 8 Test matches and 24 One Day Internationals from 1988 to 1999. Following his playing career, he successfully transitioned into cricket commentary and has become one of the most recognized voices in Bangladesh cricket broadcasting.
Athar has established himself as a respected cricket analyst and commentator, regularly appearing on international broadcasts. His recent work at the PSL in Pakistan further cements his reputation as a sought-after commentator for major cricket tournaments across the subcontinent.
PSL 2025 Coverage
Prior to his return to Bangladesh, Athar was actively involved in the broadcast team for PSL 2025. One of his recent posts showed him “Talking about the ongoing 10th edition of HBL PSL 2025,” indicating his professional role at the tournament.
He also shared moments from the National Bank Stadium in Karachi, posting “Before the start of the match between Karachi Kings v Peshawar Zalmi at National Bank Stadium, Karachi.” This confirms his presence at the ground for live commentary duties during the tournament.
Cricket Connections
Athar’s professional network includes some of cricket’s biggest names. In one notable recent post, he shared a photo with the caption “Mark Nicholas, Waqar Younis, Wasim Akram & Babar Azam,” showcasing his connections with cricket royalty. In another post, he mentioned, “Waited for a long time and finally my buddy Wasim Akram signing his latest book,” highlighting his personal relationship with the Pakistani cricket legend.
These interactions demonstrate Athar’s standing within cricket’s commentary and analysis circles, having built relationships with prominent figures in the sport throughout his broadcasting career.
Given his profession as a cricket commentator, it’s possible Athar is traveling for broadcast duties related to either domestic cricket or international matches scheduled in the region, though this remains unconfirmed from the post itself.
The former cricketer-turned-commentator continues to be active on social media, documenting his travels and professional engagements for his followers as he moves between cricket assignments across South Asia.
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