Shaheen Afridi Dominates as Pakistan Secures Victory Over Sri Lanka in T20I Tri-series Final
Pakistan’s Shaheen Afridi showcased his exceptional bowling skills in the T20I Tri-series final against Sri Lanka on Saturday, contributing significantly to his team’s successful performance.
Match Overview
The final match took place in Rawalpindi, where Pakistan bowled out Sri Lanka for a mere 114 runs in 19.1 overs. Shaheen Afridi’s figures of 3 wickets for just 18 runs proved pivotal in securing Pakistan’s victory.
Afridi’s Impressive Spell
- Bowled a total of three overs.
- Dismissing key players including Pathum Nissanka, Dasun Shanaka, and Maheesh Theekshana.
- Conceded only 2 runs in his last over.
Despite a slow start, where he allowed 15 runs in his first 1.3 overs, Afridi made a strong comeback. He claimed his first wicket by bowling out Nissanka and returned triumphantly in the 19th over to finalize the innings with two more scalps.
Afridi’s Career Statistics
This match marked Afridi’s second three-wicket haul against Sri Lanka. His overall T20 records have seen a significant rise:
- 126 wickets in 96 matches at an average of 21.26 against Sri Lanka.
- A total of 334 wickets in 239 T20 matches with an impressive average of 20.75.
Shaheen Afridi’s performance in the T20I Tri-series final not only underscores his prowess as a crucial bowler for the Pakistan cricket team but also highlights his rapid ascent in T20 cricket. His ability to claim wickets consistently makes him a key asset for the team’s future endeavors.
