Shaheen Afridi, Lahore Qalandars’ captain, remains optimistic about his team’s prospects in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) despite the challenges, such as missing key players and inconsistent performance.
In a discussion with Cricket Pakistan, Shaheen highlighted the void left by Rashid Khan’s absence but hoped Sikandar Raza’s inclusion would compensate. He emphasized Raza’s and newcomer Salman Fayyaz’s potential to perform well, particularly in Rashid’s absence. Despite Haris Rauf’s current struggles, Shaheen praised his resilience and potential for a comeback, underscoring Rauf’s importance to both the team and the country.
Enjoying his leadership role, Shaheen is committed to guiding the team forward. He also stressed the importance of PSL for World Cup preparations. He shared his joy of playing in Pakistan, contrasting it with experiences in Dubai, emphasizing the unique pleasure of competing before a home crowd.