‘At first I could not even walk…’: Shaheen Shah Afridi speaks about his powerful path on the highway to restoration

Pakistan fast Shaheen Shah Afridi is able to fireplace all cylinders on the upcoming T20 world Cup in Australia. The tearaway quick bowler is anticipated to function in his facet’s ICC T20 World Cup marketing campaign opener in opposition to India. However, Afridi’s journey to the event has been something however straightforward. He was solely capable of be a part of his crew after finishing a rehabilitation programme for his knee damage in London.

Afridi sustained the appropriate knee ligament damage whereas fielding in the course of the first Test in opposition to Sri Lanka in Galle in July and was stored on the sidelines ever since.

On Thursday, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) shared a video of his restoration on social media the place the 22-year-old spoke to teammate Haris Rauf and admitted that it was a troublesome part however fought on determinedly.

“It was very a tough phase in the rehab process and I missed playing on the field. But despite being away from the game I did call my teammates at times and spoke to them,” stated Afridi.

“At first I could not even walk. But the aim was to play in the T20 World Cup and my focus was on doctors’ advice,” he stated.

“I had never had such an injury and the feeling of walking with braces was quite difficult. I used to experience pain but took things slowly and then reaped benefits,” he added.

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“Slowly I regained 80 percent fitness and then 90 and finally 100 percent. When you return from an injury the body does not react perfectly but I understood that I have to be patient. I thank my fans for the love and support,” he added.

Shaheen Shah Afridi is definitely one of many hottest fast-bowling prospects on this planet presently. The left-arm pacer has been earmarked for future greatness.

Shaheen’s video was well-received by followers, with many hailing him and urging for his return.