[IND vs PAK] “He Is Just A Decent Bowler” Harbhajan Singh Breaks Silence On Shaheen Vs Kohli

IND vs PAK: The most anticipated matchup of the 2023 World Cup is between Virat Kohli and Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Harbhajan Singh has provided some insight into this historic duel. On Saturday, October 14, in Ahmedabad’s majestic Narendra Modi Stadium, India and Pakistan will engage in a thrilling game. Both squads have started the season on a strong note by winning their first two games, but the home side presently has the advantage in the standings due to their greater net run rate.

The cricketing world is in a frenzy as the Men in Blue, captained by the magnetic Rohit Sharma, take against Babar Azam and his strong side. This World Cup matchup promises to be nothing short of a cricketing spectacular, as any matchup between these bitter rivals is sure to be.

IND vs PAK: Harbhajan Singh talks about Shaheen Afridi vs Virat Kohli

Recently, Harbhajan Singh gave an interview to Star Sports, where he discussed the upcoming matchup between two of the game’s biggest stars, Virat Kohli and Shaheen Shah Afridi.

He said: “It is a good battle but I feel the sort of form Virat is in, he will win this battle. Shaheen pitches the ball extremely full and tries to get batters out lbw or bowled with the new ball.”

It’s clear that Harbhajan Singh has complete confidence in Virat Kohli’s abilities. The former Indian captain’s batting form has been spectacular, with game-winning efforts occurring on a regular basis. His tremendous talent and mental fortitude are on full display in the way he handles pressure and meticulously builds innings. Kohli’s form has been superb in the buildup to this showpiece match, and he’s ready to spearhead India’s attack with unyielding resolve.

Will Shaheen perform well?

Shaheen Shah Afridi, a powerful swing bowler who can give the greatest a run for their money, is on the opposite side of the field. Afridi often goes for lbw or bowled dismissals with the new ball by throwing the ball full. But as Harbhajan Singh rightly observes, Afridi’s success is very conditional on favourable circumstances.

He added: “He has not left such a big impression in the last five to seven matches, if you include the Asia Cup and the World Cup. He needs the conditions. If the conditions are good, he becomes an excellent bowler but if the conditions are not in his favor, he is just a decent bowler.”

It’s well known that a bowler’s effectiveness may vary widely depending on the weather and other factors in a cricket match. This includes Shaheen Shah Afridi as well. When the conditions are favourable, he can swing the ball really hard, wreaking havoc on the other team. However, his performance suffers when circumstances aren’t optimal for his skills. Team India might use Harbhajan Singh’s appraisal of Afridi’s reliance on favourable circumstances to their advantage.