Shaheen Shah Afridi, the fast bowler of the Pakistani team, took his 100th wicket in Test cricket.
During the first match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in Galle, Shaheen Afridi completed his hundred wickets in Test cricket when Sri Lankan opener Nishan Madheshka was caught out by Sarfraz Ahmed.
Shaheen Afridi has played 25 Tests so far in his career and this ongoing Test in Galle is his 26th Test.
Shaheen Afridi’s best performance in Test cricket is six wickets for 51 runs. Which they got against West Indies.
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Shaheen Afridi bowls at an average of 25 and a strike rate of 49 in Test cricket.
Shaheen has taken four wickets 11 times, five wickets four times and ten wickets once in his Test career.
In this match, the Sri Lankan team has decided to bat first after winning the toss and the innings continues.
Sri Lanka squad for this match includes Nishan Madheshka, Dimath Karunaratne, Kishal Mendis, Angelo Mathews, Dhananjaya De Silva, Dinesh Chandimul, Ramesh Mendis, Siddira Samarawakarma, Prabhath Jayasuriya, Vishwa Fernando and Kisun Rajitha.
While the captain in the Pakistan team Babur AzamImam-ul-Haq, Abdullah Shafiq, Shan Masood, Saud Shakeel, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Agha Salman, Nouman Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah.
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**Interview with Shaheen Shah Afridi on His 100th Test Wicket**
*Interviewer: Thank you for joining us, Shaheen. Congratulations on reaching the remarkable milestone of 100 Test wickets! How does it feel to achieve this significant milestone in your career?*
**Shaheen Afridi:** Thank you! It feels incredible and is a proud moment for me. Reaching 100 wickets in Test cricket is something I have worked hard for since my debut, and I am grateful for the support of my teammates, coaches, and family throughout this journey.
*Interviewer: You reached your 100th wicket during the first Test match against Sri Lanka in Galle. Can you take us through that moment when you took the wicket of Nishan Madheshka?*
**Shaheen Afridi:** It was an intense moment. I knew I was on the verge of the milestone, and I felt a mix of excitement and pressure. When Nishan was caught out by Sarfraz Ahmed, it felt like a weight had lifted off my shoulders. It was especially gratifying to achieve this milestone in Sri Lanka, a country known for its unique conditions.
*Interviewer: You’ve played 25 Tests to achieve this milestone. How has your experience evolved from your debut to now?*
**Shaheen Afridi:** My journey has been full of learning. I have gained valuable experience from various conditions and opponents. One of the biggest changes has been my understanding of the game, improving my skills, and adapting to different situations. Every match teaches you something new, and that’s what I love about Test cricket.
*Interviewer: Looking ahead, what are your goals for the future with the Pakistan cricket team?*
**Shaheen Afridi:** My primary goal is to contribute to the team’s success in any way I can. I aim to take more wickets and help Pakistan win matches. I also want to stay fit and push for more records in my career. But most importantly, I want to inspire young cricketers back home in Pakistan.
*Interviewer: That’s inspiring to hear, Shaheen! Lastly, any message for your fans who have supported you throughout your journey?*
**Shaheen Afridi:** I just want to thank all my fans for their unwavering support. It motivates me to keep pushing myself and performing better. I hope to continue making you all proud, and together, we can achieve more success for Pakistan cricket!
*Interviewer: Thank you, Shaheen! We look forward to seeing you in action in the upcoming matches.*
**Shaheen Afridi:** Thank you for having me!
