Mickey Arthur defends Shaheen Afridi
Mickey Arthur defends Shaheen Afridi heavy workload in T20 Blast. Pakistan is suppose to play Sri Lanka in a two-match Test series in July this year.
Mickey Arthur, the team director of Pakistan, swiftly came to the defense of Shaheen Afridi amidst concerns raised by a social media user about the left-arm pacer’s workload in the ongoing T20 Vitality Blast. Afridi, who represents the Nottinghamshire Outlaws, has played seven matches in just ten days, showcasing impressive statistics with 10 wickets from 27 overs at an average of 24.5 and an economy rate of 9.1.
Further, In response to the concerns, Arthur took to Twitter to address the issue and provide an explanation for Afridi’s workload.
He emphasized that Afridi had only bowled 28 overs in the span of ten days, which he deemed as a manageable workload.
Interestingly, Arthur even suggested that Afridi needed to increase his workload in order to prepare for Test cricket, indicating that the team management was actively monitoring his progress.
“He has bowled 28 overs in 10 days!! If anything, he needs to get his loads up to play test cricket. It is being monitored all the time,” Arthur expressed on Twitter.
Arthur’s statement reassured that the team management was carefully monitoring Afridi’s workload.
In addition, The team mentioned the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka in July as an important event for which Afridi needed to prepare adequately.
Moreover, The team director’s remarks indicate a strategic approach towards Afridi’s development as a Test cricketer, suggesting that they see his increased workload as beneficial for his progress.
Shaheen Afridi confidence:
Therefore, The support from the team director highlights the confidence and trust placed in Afridi’s abilities, despite concerns raised on social media.
Further, With his impressive performance in the T20 Vitality Blast, Afridi has demonstrated his skills and potential, which have garnered attention and raised expectations for his future contributions to the national team.
Moreover, As Pakistan prepares for the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka, the focus on Afridi’s workload and development indicates the importance placed on his growth as a key player in the team’s bowling attack.
With the team management actively monitoring his progress, fans and cricket enthusiasts will eagerly anticipate Afridi’s performance in the upcoming series, as he continues to make strides in his cricketing career.
Published in the Logical Baat, June 5th, 2023.
