Pakistan ODI captain Shaheen Afridi has called for more improvement ahead of the 2027 World Cup despite his side’s 87-run victory over England in the second match of the tri-nation ODI series at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
Speaking after the win, Afridi praised the batting performances of Hasan Nawaz, Arafat Minhas and Faheem Ashraf but stressed that the top order must also deliver.
He said Pakistan had performed well in some areas but needed to improve further as preparations for the World Cup continued.
Afridi welcomed the form of Arafat Minhas and the fast bowlers, terming Minhas as a highly talented player and a complete all-rounder.
The Pakistan captain expressed hope that Minhas would continue to perform well for the team in many more matches.
Brook admits England were ‘too careful’ against spinners
England captain Harry Brook admitted that his side were ‘too careful’ against Pakistan’s spinners.
It is pertinent to note that Pakistan recovered from 133-5 to post 302-9 in their 50 overs, with Arafat Minhas starring with both bat and ball in Rawalpindi.
Pakistan then bowled England out for 215 to secure their second win of the tournament.
