Karachi, Jan. 7 -- Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi is eyeing an improved performance for Pakistan at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 that is scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka starting February 7.
According to International Cricket Coiuncil (ICC), the 25-year-old is currently nursing a knee injury from which he is expected to recover in time to lead the Pakistan pace attack at the T20 World Cup.
"My rehab is ongoing, with the PCB team monitoring it," Afridi shared.
"I'm doing gym work and working on my batting at the moment. I'll start bowling from next week," he said.
"It's not as serious as it was last time. There's a bit of swelling on the bone. The MRI report wasn't that [concerning], this might not take a month. ...