Salman Ali Agha updates on Shaheen Afridi's fitness journey

Pakistan T20I captain Salman Ali Agha has shared that Shaheen Afridi is on the mend ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026 in India and Sri Lanka. Afridi is rehabbing at the NCA, and the team is feeling positive. With Babar Azam out for BBL duties, Shadab Khan is back, adding some flair to the squad for their upcoming series against Sri Lanka.

Quick rundown

Afridi’s rehab at the NCA keeps the World Cup dream alive.
Babar Azam misses Sri Lanka series due to BBL commitments, paving the way for young guns.
Shadab Khan returns, and Pakistan’s all-rounder depth feels like a luxury.
Three T20Is in Dambulla on Jan 7, 9, and 11 to fine-tune for the mega event.
Afridi’s BBL stint yielded two wickets in four games—the comeback story continues.

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Series

Indian Premier League
Pakistan Super League
New Zealand tour of Bangladesh
India Women tour of South Africa