Shaheen Afridi has confirmed his availability to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh, scheduled to start in August in Rawalpindi, according to a local news channel. The training camp for this series is set to begin on August 6, with the pacer expected to join.
Afridi recently drew attention after a confrontation with Mohammad Yousuf during Pakistan’s England tour before the T20 World Cup 2024. Reports from Lahore indicated that some coaches were concerned about Afridi’s attitude during the tour.
The altercation reportedly happened when Shaheen Afridi was bowling in the nets at Headingley. Yousuf, the batting coach, commented on Afridi’s frequent no-balls, which irritated the fast bowler. Afridi retorted that Yousuf should concentrate on his own duties.
Team sources described the incident as a “heat-of-the-moment” situation that was quickly resolved. Following the dispute, senior manager Wahab Riaz spoke with Afridi about his conduct, leading to an apology from Afridi to Yousuf.
The star pacer has received severe scrutiny and criticism since this incident was revealed in Pakistan head coach Gary Kirsten’s report which he submitted to the PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. However, a source in the PCB stated, “This was merely a routine instance of a heated moment, and the issue was settled immediately.”
With the incident now behind him, Afridi is focusing on preparing for the series against Bangladesh and is eager to help his team achieve success.
