Pakistan Pacer Shaheen Afridi Ruled Out Of Second Sri Lanka Test against Sri Lanka in Galle due to a knee injury.
ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year Afridi:-
2021 ICC Men’s Cricketer of the Year Afridi suffered a knee injury during the fourth day of the first Test.
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Pakistan chased down an incredible target in the first Test to win the competition by four wickets. The visiting team chased down the target of 342 runs.
Impressive Performance by Recording Statistics:-
Afridi made an impressive showing in the opening Test, registering figures of 4/58 and 0/21.
The pacer’s injury will be a major blow to Pakistan, who are aiming to seal the series and consolidate their position in the World Test Championship table.
Afridi to stay in Sri Lanka to continue rehabilitation:-
According to sources, Afridi will miss the Test but will stay in Sri Lanka to continue his rehabilitation.
In Afridi’s absence, the team management may include all-rounder Faheem Ashraf or fast bowler Haris Rauf.
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With a win in the second Test, Pakistan can further reduce the distance to South Africa and Australia in the World Test Championship standings. Pakistan currently occupies the third position with 58.33 points.
