NZ vs PAK: Shahid Afridi Criticizes Mohammad Rizwan By Making A Major Comparison To Suryakumar Yadav, Saying "Surya Knows His Game"

Shahid Afridi, a former captain of Pakistan, expressed his appreciation for Suryakumar’s performance while also criticizing Mohammad Rizwan.

Suryakumar Yadav of India and Mohammad Rizwan of Pakistan contended for the top spot in the ICC rankings list for T20I batting, which sparked the controversy over who was the superior batter.

After edging out Babar Azam for the throne, Rizwan ruled for a short time before Suryakumar pushed ahead in the race with his breathtaking exploits in the ongoing T20 World Cup. His undefeated 25-ball 61 against Zimbabwe exemplified why he was able to ascend to the throne.
Suryakumar delivered a powerful knock for India in their final group game on Sunday in Melbourne. Suryakumar’s six boundaries and four maximums, including one incredible six over fine leg against an outside off ball, gave India a match-winning score.

Pakistan played Bangladesh earlier that day in what was essentially a quarterfinal. Rizwan, who hasn’t played his best throughout this World Cup, struggled to a run-a-ball 32. Pakistan was harmed by the slow knock during their run chase, but Mohammad Haris’ furious knock saved the day.

‘He can target the good balls as well”: Shahid Afridi

The anchor asked Shahid Afridi whether it is time for the Pakistan opener to take a cue from Suryakumar and the flexibility he exhibits during a discussion on the two knocks on Samaa TV, recalling one of Rizwan’s statements where he was asked if he wanted to change his gameplan given that opponents have been studying his strategy and outsmarting him and the batter did not pay attention to it.

Shahid Afridi replied saying, “You are absolutely right. The most important thing about Suryakumar is that he played 200-250 matches in the domestic circuit before coming to international cricket.” 

“He knows his game. And he can target the good balls as well because he practices those shots. In this format, you need to evolve as a batter and develop your game” Shahid Afridi Added.

India will take on England in the second semifinal here on Thursday while Pakistan and New Zealand will lock horns in the first semifinal on Wednesday in Sydney.

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