The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed the death of former Test cricketer Mohammad Nazir, who was 78.

A former off-spinner of the national team, he played 14 Tests and four ODIS for the country and is commonly remembered for taking 7/99 in his very first Test match against New Zealand in October 1969.

A consistent performer at the domestic level, he dismissed Sir Viv Richards three times during his final series against the West Indies but conceded 22 in an over - a Test record at the time.

An umpire in his later years, Nazir died in Lahore after a protracted illness at the age of 78

"On behalf of the PCB, I express my condolences and grief over the demise of our former Test cricketer Mohammad Nazir," PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi said.

"We extend our deepest sympathies, and share the grief of his friends and family. His contributions for Pakistan cricket will always be remembered."