Pakistan’s white-ball captain Shaheen Shah Afridi has expressed confidence in Pakistan’s batting strength, saying the team had the ability to chase targets of 350 or even 400 runs when conditions demanded it.
While talking to media persons, he described the upcoming tri-nation series as crucial for the team’s preparations for the World Cup, saying the squad has been working to adapt to the conditions expected at the major event.
Afridi said Pakistan had performed well in T20 cricket, while the last four ODI series had been used to build and develop the team. He added that the management had made efforts to prepare pitches similar to those expected during the World Cup. Speaking about Salman Ali Agha, the captain praised his abilities and highlighted his recent triple century in first-class cricket. He said Agha understood his role in the team and expressed confidence in his contribution.
Afridi also vowed to deliver strong performances, saying he would do his best to help Pakistan achieve its objectives. He stressed that the squad was united and focused on winning the World Cup.
Describing Babar Azam as the backbone of Pakistan’s batting line-up, Afridi said the experienced batter should not feel under pressure, given his consistent record of scoring runs for the national team. He added that all players were determined to bring happiness to the nation through their performances.
The captain expressed confidence in Pakistan’s batting strength, saying the team had the ability to chase targets of 350 or even 400 runs when conditions demanded it. He emphasised that the players would adjust their approach according to the match situation, with winning games remaining the top priority.
Afridi further said young players were being introduced to the side gradually to help strengthen the team for the future. He described Babar’s experience, particularly his leadership background, as a valuable asset, adding that younger players could learn a great deal from him. He also highlighted Saim Ayub’s bowling as an important option for Pakistan in the ODI format, noting that his contribution could provide additional balance to the team.