Former Captain Raises Concerns Over Shaheen Afridi’s Exclusion from ODI Squad
Lahore: The omission of Shaheen Shah Afridi from Pakistan’s ODI squad has sparked debate, with a former national captain expressing disappointment over the decision.
Afridi, a key figure in Pakistan’s pace attack, has consistently delivered match-winning performances. His absence from the upcoming ODI series has led to questions about the team’s strategy, with critics wondering if the move could weaken Pakistan’s bowling lineup.
“It’s a surprising call. Shaheen has been a key performer in white-ball cricket, and not having him in the squad raises concerns,” the former captain stated.
While some speculate that workload management or fitness concerns influenced the decision, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has yet to provide an official explanation.
With the ODI series approaching, all eyes will be on Pakistan’s pace attack to see how they perform without their star bowler. Fans and experts continue to debate whether this decision will benefit the team or prove costly in the long run.
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