Mother of Shoaib Akhtar buried amid tears

Mother of former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar died late Saturday.

The former pacer's mother was rushed to the hospital after her health deteriorated, however, she could not survive.

Taking to Twitter, Akhtar said: "My mother, my everything, with the will of Allah taala, has left for heavenly abode."

The funeral prayers were held in Islamabad's sector H-8, the pacer said.

Namaz Janaza for the departed soul was performed at H-8 Graveyard on Sunday evening and the burial followed.

Akhtar is regarded as one of the fastest and fiercest bowlers in international cricket, as he possesses the record for the fastest delivery bowled in international cricket -- 161 kph against New Zealand in 2002.

The former cricketer has represented Pakistan in 224 international matches -- 46 Tests, 163 ODIs and 15 T20Is.