Shahid Afridi
Karachi Kings relesed Shahid Afridi. Photo Credit: PSL.

Regarding the captaincy role, former Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi has hailed all-rounder Imad Wasim as a leader.

The 37-year-old Afridi has further praised the efforts of the 29-year-old Imad in the ongoing 2017 Pakistan Super League.

According to Afridi, Imad is discussing the matter with seniors which is a great example. He added the youngster has also kept his emotions in check while leading the team on the field.

“The good thing about Imad is not emotional. He seeks advice from senior players including myself, which is a sign of a leader as cricket is a team’s game,” Afridi told Pakistan media.

Shahid Afridi, Imad Wasim, Karachi Kings, Pakistan Super League, UAE
Imad Wasim is seen as a great competitor in the limited-overs fold. Photo Credit: Getty Images.

Earlier, the promising cricketer Imad was appointed as the captain of Kings, for the third edition of PSL. However, it saw Afridi giving vital tips to his junior regarding the leadership role.

Pertinently, the flamboyant all-rounder Afridi represented the reigning champions of PSL, in first two editions. The lucrative tournament kicked-off in 2016 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

While talking about the young spinner, Afridi believes Imad has the potential to make it big in the fold.

Interestingly, Afridi expressed he is looking forward to playing the professional domestic leagues until his body copes up.

“I would continue to play league cricket, and will only quit if I deemed myself unfit for the game,” Afridi remarked.

Shahid Afridi, Imad Wasim, Karachi Kings, Pakistan Super League, UAE
Imad Wasim has been impressive with the white-ball. Photo Credit: Getty Images.

Afridi has simultaneously praised Imad for his leadership skills. He observed Swansea-born lead is leading the unit well.

“Imad Wasim is a very good captain, he is leading the Karachi Kings franchise well,” Afridi told Pakistan media.

Well, it could also be justified by Imad’s aggressive approach while marshaling his troops well on the field. So far, Kings have won all three games to top the PSL 2018 points table.

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Shahid Afridi, Imad Wasim, Karachi Kings, Pakistan Super League, UAE
Imad Wasim was delighted to have Shahid Afridi in the side. Photo Credit: PSL.

Painstakingly, known for delivering for Pakistan team in a nutshell, Afridi, who has immense experience on his back. He urged Imad to take decisions as an individual.

Moreover, Afridi addressed it would be a great lesson for the professional in the future.

“I advise him that you should make your own decisions, more often, as it is his learning curve,” Shahid Afridi concludes.

Nevertheless, In Sharjah, Kings will play its fourth match of the third edition. The match will be played against Multan Sultans at Iconic Sharjah Stadium on March 2 (Friday).

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