Ahead of the T20 World Cup clash between India and Pakistan, Shahid Afridi reflected on his unfulfilled desire during his playing career.
Afridi’s Reflections on a Long Cricketing Career
With the 2024 T20 World Cup just around the corner, cricket fans are gearing up to watch one of the biggest rivalries in sports: India vs. Pakistan. On Sunday, the International Cricket Council (ICC) released a video clip featuring former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi. In the clip, Afridi looked back at the memorable match between India and Pakistan during the 2021 T20 World Cup. “I achieved a lot, played a lot of cricket, and experienced many things, but we hadn’t beaten India in a World Cup before. That was an unfulfilled wish,” Afridi shared with the ICC.
Missing the Iconic Victory
Reflecting further, Afridi expressed his feelings about the iconic match in Dubai during the 2021 T20 World Cup, where Pakistan secured a historic 10-wicket victory over India. “The match in Dubai, where Pakistan won against India, was one of the moments I felt I should have been there. That is one opportunity I missed,” said the former Pakistan captain.
A Landmark Moment for Pakistan Cricket
Pakistan’s emphatic 10-wicket victory over India at the 2021 T20 World Cup remains one of the fondest memories for Pakistani cricket fans. It was a dominant performance by the Pakistani team, known as the “Men in Green.”
Afridi’s New Role for the 2024 T20 World Cup
Recently, Shahid Afridi was announced as one of the star-studded ambassadors for the 2024 T20 World Cup, which will be held in the USA and the West Indies. The tournament is set to begin on June 2.
Upcoming Clash: India vs. Pakistan
Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the upcoming clash between India and Pakistan on June 9. The match will take place at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York and will be the second Group A encounter for both teams.
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