Zimbabwe's T20I captain Sikandar Raza is mourning the death of his 13-year-old brother, Muhammad Mahdi, who passed away on December 29, 2025, in Harare due to complications from haemophilia. Zimbabwe Cricket confirmed the news, extending condolences to Raza and his family. Mahdi was laid to rest on December 30. The tragic loss comes as Raza prepares to captain Zimbabwe in the T20 World Cup 2026.