Shaheen Afridi has emerged as a formidable force with the new ball, captivating cricket fans worldwide with his lethal pace and swing. The Pakistani left-arm fast bowler’s ability to extract movement both in the air and off the pitch has made him a potent threat to opposing batsmen. His consistent performances in various formats, coupled with a natural flair for generating bounce, have elevated Afridi’s stature in the cricketing world. Whether in Test matches, ODIs, or T20s, Afridi’s menacing opening spells have often set the tone for his team’s success. With a relentless work ethic and an ever-improving skill set, Shaheen Afridi has undeniably carved his niche as a dynamic and reliable force with the new ball.
Since the peculiar World Cup 2023 and the subsequent three-match Test series in Australia, Shaheen Afridi has encountered a dip in form, triggering concerns and criticism. The once-potent fast bowler has struggled to replicate his earlier success, evident in a noticeable decrease in pace. His performances in both white-ball and red-ball cricket have been inconsistent, leading to questions about his fitness and overall effectiveness. The dip in Shaheen Afridi’s bowling prowess has prompted fans and pundits alike to scrutinize his recent outings, raising doubts about his ability to reclaim the formidable threat he once posed with the ball.
In a recent development, Shaheen Afridi has taken over as the T20 captain for Pakistan, succeeding Babar Azam, who stepped down from all formats. Currently leading the team against New Zealand in the first T20I in Auckland, Afridi faces the challenge of guiding Pakistan to success in the captaincy role. The shift in leadership marks a new chapter for Pakistan cricket, and all eyes are on Shaheen Afridi as he takes on the responsibilities of leading the team in the T20 format.
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In the first T20I against New Zealand, Shaheen Afridi won the toss and chose to bowl. New Zealand set an imposing target, posting 226/8 in 20 overs. However, Shaheen faced a challenging moment in his second over as Finn Allen unleashed a barrage of boundaries, hammering 6,4,4,4,6, accumulating 24 runs in the over. Despite the setback, Afridi remains a crucial figure as Pakistan aims to chase down the formidable total. Netizens started trolling him.
NZ vs PAK: Fans Troll Shaheen Shah Afridi After Finn Allen Smashed Him For 24 Runs In An Over
Finn Allen smashed 6,4,4,4,6 against Shaheen Afridi – 24 runs from the over. pic.twitter.com/ncH3eC1QzE
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 12, 2024
