India, Dec. 31 -- Pakistan have suffered a major setback with experienced left-arm pacer Shaheen Afridi currently doubtful for the upcoming 2026 T20 World Cup. Afridi sustained a knee injury while fielding for Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League (BBL) and has since been called back to Pakistan for treatment and rehabilitation.

It was a forgettable maiden BBL stint for Shaheen, who struggled to make an impact in Australian conditions. He managed just two wickets in four matches for Brisbane Heat, averaging 76.50 while conceding runs at an economy rate of 11.19. Earlier in the tournament, during his debut appearance against Melbourne Renegades in Geelong on December 15, he was even taken off the attack after being deemed to have bowled da...