Afridi ready for World Cup opener against India, says Raja
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16 Apr 25
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Ramiz Raja confirmed that pacer Shaheen Afridi is all set to return with the match against arch-rival India in the T20 World Cup.
"I had a chat with Shaheen ... and he said he hasn't felt this good in ages. So, the progress is very good. He said he'd be battle-ready soon, it's great news for us," said Raja.
The 22-year-old has been Pakistan's pace spearhead, whose express speed and ability to generate bounce and bowl pin-point yorker make him such a feared bowler.
Raja said they did not want to rush the left-arm bowler back into action considering how serious knee injuries could get.
"A knee injury is quite technical and a delicate issue. We were of the view that we won't take the risk until he was 110% fit,"
"When we spoke, Shaheen said, 'I'm already 110%, so don't worry. I'll play practice matches too and will be ready for the match against India," he added.
