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Watch - "Itne Injection Liye...": Shahid Afridi Mocks Shoaib Akhtar Over Comments On Shaheen Afridi

One of the finest bowlers of his generation, Shaheen Afridi has struggled to keep his fitness intact. While injuries are part and parcel of the game, Shaheen's absence from crucial encounters like the T20 World Cup 2022 final, have cost Pakistan dearly. After Shaheen had to leave the match midway due to an injury, former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar made a rather bold statement, suggesting the pacer should've taken injections or pills and continued the game.

"2011 Ka Badla": Shoaib Akhtar Sets ODI World Cup Target For Pakistan Team

The countdown for the 2023 ODI World Cup has begun, with India set to host the quadrennial tournament, hoping to end their trophy drought. However, there remain a number of other teams that are more than capable of lifting the title, one of them is the Babar Azam-led Pakistan cricket team. In fact, former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar feels it could be an India vs Pakistan final in the showpiece event. If that happens, Akhtar wants Pakistan to go the distance and avenge the 2011 result.

"Your Career Is Over": When Shoaib Akhtar Fell At Sachin Tendulkar's Feet For Forgiveness

Former India opener Virender Sehwag recalled a funny anecdote involving Sachin Tendulkar and ex-Pakistan pace star Shoaib Akhtar which involved an incident that is still something that the India cricketers laugh about in private. Sehwag said that Akhtar was not able to lift Tendulkar on his shoulders during an event and the entire incident ended with both cricketers on the ground. The explosive India batter also joked that Tendulkar was so heavy because he carries India's hopes on his shoulders.

"What's The Use Of Bowling That Fast If...": Ishant Sharma's Big Take On Umran Malik

For the India pace department, Umran Malik's emergence came as a breath of fresh air. With terrifying pace, Malik offers a commodity that is rare in Indian cricket - express pace. He performed brilliantly for SunRisers Hyderabad in Indian Premier League (IPL) and was fast-tracked into the Indian team for the limited-overs formats. He has so far played eight ODIs (13 wickets) and eight T20Is (11 wickets). However, he has often been wayward with his line and length. His economy in ODIs is 6.45 RPO while in T20Is it's 10.48.

Can Umran Malik Break Shoaib Akhtar's Speed Record? Ex-Pakistan Pacer Gives Honest Verdict

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said that he would be really happy if India pacer Umran Malik breaks his record of bowling the fastest delivery in international cricket. He also said that he is ready to help the youngster. Meanwhile, Akhtar has shared a piece of advice with Umran. The bowling veteran guided him to keep up with his pace and aggression even if he gets hit for runs. The Jammu and Kashmir pacer rose to fame with his sensational speed in the Indian Premier League. Umran has some sheer pace in his bowling and he even crosses 150 kmph easily. IPL 2022 saw the pacer putting up a superb show that eventually helped him gain a place in the India squad.

Shoaib Akhtar Wants Asia Cup 2023 To Take Place In Sri Lanka If Not In Pakistan

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar said that he wants the Asia Cup 2023 tournament to be held in Sri Lanka if not in Pakistan. Akhtar who is currently playing in the Legends League Cricket Masters in Qatar, also wants that India and Pakistan play in the finals of the Asia Cup and World Cup. Apart from Asia Cup 2023, Pakistan also have the hosting rights for the 2025 Champions Trophy. "I want Asia Cup 2023 to be held in Pakistan if not Pakistan then Sri Lanka. I want to see India and pakistan play the final in Asia Cup and World Cup. Nothing else should happen in world cricket just India and Pakistan finals," Shoaib Akhtar told ANI.

"Isko Chhorunga Nahi...": Shoaib Akhtar Revisits Old Days Of Coaching With Babar Azam

Former pacer Shoaib Akhtar hasn't been mincing his words while criticising Pakistan skipper Babar Azam over his poor communication skills. He has been hitting out at the young batter, stressing that he can never become a "brand" in the country, as he doesn't know how to express himself in front of the media. However, on a lighter note, Akhtar recently shared an old incident about him bowling to a young Babar in the nets during his coaching days. He revealed how the Pakistan skipper had hit him for a straight drive, which had left him fuming in anger.

"I Didn't Care How...": Shoaib Akhtar Takes Indirect Dig At Babar Azam

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar recently got under fire after he criticised skipper Babar Azam over his lack of communication skills. He had stated that Babar can never become a "brand" in Pakistan as he cannot speak proper English in front of the media. Shoaib received a lot backlash from the fans and some former players for his statement as they insisted that a player should be judged only on his cricketing skills and not on the basis of his language. As the eighth edition of the Pakistan Super League in going on, Akhtar once again took an indirect dig on Babar after wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan played a match-winning knock for Islamabad United in a match against Karachi Kings.

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Watch - "Itne Injection Liye...": Shahid Afridi Mocks Shoaib Akhtar Over Comments On Shaheen Afridi

"2011 Ka Badla": Shoaib Akhtar Sets ODI World Cup Target For Pakistan Team

"Your Career Is Over": When Shoaib Akhtar Fell At Sachin Tendulkar's Feet For Forgiveness

"What's The Use Of Bowling That Fast If...": Ishant Sharma's Big Take On Umran Malik

Can Umran Malik Break Shoaib Akhtar's Speed Record? Ex-Pakistan Pacer Gives Honest Verdict

Shoaib Akhtar Wants Asia Cup 2023 To Take Place In Sri Lanka If Not In Pakistan

"Isko Chhorunga Nahi...": Shoaib Akhtar Revisits Old Days Of Coaching With Babar Azam

"I Didn't Care How...": Shoaib Akhtar Takes Indirect Dig At Babar Azam