Shaheen Afridi up for selection for T20 World Cup warm-up games

The Babar Azam-led Pakistan is all set to receive the services of their ace pacer Shaheen Afridi for the two warm-up games against England and Afghanistan ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup in Australia.

The Green Brigade had earlier missed the Asia Cup in the UAE, the seven-match T20I series against England and the Tri-series currently underway in New Zealand due to a right-knee ligament injury.

As per reports, Afridi will join the Pakistan side in Australia after undergoing a rehabilitation programme under the supervision of the PCB Medical Advisory Committee.

Notably, Pakistan will play two warm-up games on October 17 and 19, following which the team will play India in the blockbuster Super 12 match on October 23 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

“I am super excited at the prospect of re-joining the national side for the T20 World Cup and playing my part in the campaign,” Shaheen was quoted as saying by ICC.

“It has been a difficult period for me to be away from the game and the team I love the most, and not be part of some gruelling and exciting matches. I have been bowling six to eight overs trouble-free for the past 10 days with full run-up and pace. While I have enjoyed bowling and batting in the nets, nothing can replace the feel of match environment and I can’t wait to be in that setting,” added Afridi.

Afridi had completed his rehabilitation in London recently after an injury to his right knee ligament.

“It has been a rigorous and challenging rehabilitation programme, but I have thoroughly enjoyed it. To be honest, I am feeling fitter than ever before and can’t wait to wear the playing kit,” he added.

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