GALLE: Shaheen Shah Afridi will be replaced by Nauman Ali in the series’ penultimate Test against Sri Lanka, Pakistani captain Babar Azam revealed on Saturday.
When asked about Shaheen’s replacement, Babar remarked that while the former’s departure will be felt keenly, spinner Nauman Ali would take Shaheen’s place.
The spokesperson for the Pakistan Cricket Board acknowledged that Shaheen encountered fitness concerns on the fourth day of the first Test and had an MRI diagnostic on his leg.
In the first Test, the pacer was in charge of a potent bowling attack that claimed four wickets against Sri Lanka.”Our primary bowler who gives us quick strikes is Shaheen. He is hurt, which is why Nauman Ali has been added to look at the situation “Babar said.
The team will strive to carry on its game-winning performance tomorrow and will bat with two pacers, according to the captain.
