Pacer Shaheen Afridi of the national team has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to Pakistan. He clarified that his love for cricket is driven not by the desire for captaincy but by his deep passion for representing Pakistan. His dedication to Pakistan remains steadfast as a captain and a team member.
Speaking at the Shahid Afridi Foundation Under-16 Cricket Tournament in Karachi, Shaheen Afridi emphasized his focus on performance over rumors and negativity. He reiterated that his role is to play cricket, and he remains undeterred by the distractions of negative thinking people, choosing instead to concentrate on his game and deliver his best performance.
The star fast bowler of the Pakistan cricket team, Shaheen Afridi, reaffirmed his commitment to playing for his country with pride. He made it clear that he would not let negative things distract him from his love for the game and his country.
Fast bowler Shaheen Afridi said that the eleven players of the team should be good friends. The players should have great unity if they play for the same country and team. I have been trained well and taught to fight for the team. That’s why I always fight on the ground.
“I am not resting against Bangladesh; I am available for selection; I play cricket for Pakistan, not for captaincy. For me, Pakistan comes first, then the team, and then me,” he added.
On the news of team differences and groupings, Shaheen Afridi said that my training did not prepare me to do anything against the team’s interest. I always play for the country.
The fast bowler said on the news regarding the rest in the two-Test series against Bangladesh next month that I have indicated my availability for the Test series; now, I wonder if I am playing the Test series against Bangladesh. or getting dropped.
It should be noted that after Pakistan’s worst performance in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and the national team’s criticism, news of groupings and differences among the players is also circulating in the media.
