Sri Lanka, Oct. 21 -- Pakistan have named a new ODI captain, taking over the reins from Mohammad Rizwan.

Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi has been appointed as the new ODI captain, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced in their statement on Monday, 20 October.

The left-arm pacer will lead Pakistan in his first assignment when they take on South Africa in a three-match ODI series beginning on 4 November.

At just 25 years old, Shaheen already boasts an impressive record in the 50-over format. Since making his debut in 2018, he has represented Pakistan in 66 ODIs, claiming 131 wickets at an average of 24.28. Over the years, he has cemented his place as Pakistan's frontline pacer.

Shaheen last captained Pakistan in early 2024, leading the T...