India, Feb. 18 -- Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan came out swinging as he clapped back at Shahid Afridi and Mohammad Yousuf after the two former cricketers criticised the all-rounder's performance in the T20 World Cup, questioning his place in the playing XI. After Pakistan's defeat against India in Colombo on February 15, Afridi, the former Pakistan captain, called on the team management to drop senior players such as Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Shadab for their poor performances.

On the other hand, Yousuf had a similar remark to make, saying time's up for Babar, Shaheen, and Shadab, and that the management should look to try out the bench strength and give youngsters a chance in the playing XI.

After Pakistan's win against Namibi...