World Cup 2023: Shaheen Afridi Soars to New Heights, Surpasses Father-in-Law Shahid Afridi

Shaheen Afridi has become a shining star in Pakistan’s ongoing ODI World Cup 2023 campaign.

His recent performance against Bangladesh at Eden Gardens in Kolkata was nothing short of exceptional

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He claimed 3 crucial wickets, further solidifying his status as one of the tournament’s leading wicket-takers.

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Shaheen Afridi has now overtaken lhis father-in-law Shahid Afridi, along with pace sensation Shoaib Akhtar

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Both Shahid Afridi and Shoaib Akhtar had amassed 30 wickets each in ODI World Cup tournaments.

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Top 4 Bowlers with Most Wickets from 11-40 overs in CWC 2023

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