"An Age-Old Problem": Shahid Afridi Lashes Out At Pakistan Management After Asia Cup Elimination

16.09.2023 - 10:35 sports.ndtv.com

Pakistan's hopes of clinching the Asia Cup 2023 title were crushed on Thursday as the Babar Azam-led side lost a must-win match against Sri Lanka.

Opting to bat first, Pakistan posted 252/7 in 42 overs (due to rain) Mohammad Rizwan scoring an unbeaten 86. However, Kusal Mendis and Charith Asalanka's fiery batting performance, took Sri Lanka across the line on the last ball of the match, with two wickets in hands.

After the heartbreaking elimination, former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi criticised their poor team selection. Afridi lashed out at Pakistan's management for not experimenting with their line-up and not benching players Shadab Khan, who are unable to deliver their best performances. "This is an age-old problem.

India are playing in Asia Cup, I've seen changes in almost every game in their team. They've rested seniors, played juniors, it shows that they are preparing for the World Cup.

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