Gunmen fire at Wasim Akram's car in Karachi, speedster escapes unhurt
The ex-Pakistan captain was on his way to the National Stadium
 "Wasim Akram")
Unidentified gunmen opened fire at former Pakistan skipper and pace legend Wasim Akram here on Wednesday. Luckily the ex-cricketer has survived the assassination attempt.
Wasim was travelling from his home to the National Stadium. The attack took place on Shah Faisal Road near Karsaaz.
The motive behind the is still unclear. Wasim recently took up a bowling assignment with the Pakistan Cricket Board.
I am glad to know Wasim Akram is safe.
— Imran Khan (@ImranKhanPTI) August 5, 2015
Strongly condemn the Firing on National Hero Wasim Akram. Govt should act swiftly to apprehend the Criminals.
— Ramiz Raja (@RamizRaja42) August 5, 2015
Its great to hear my brother @wasimakramlive is safe.May Almighty protect him and his family at all times.
— Saqlain Mushtaq (@Saqlain_Mushtaq) August 5, 2015
Good to knw tht @wasimakramlive is safe. May ALLAH keep u in best of health
— Wahab Riaz (@WahabViki) August 5, 2015Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel
First Published: Aug 05 2015 | 5:40 PM IST