RAWALPINDI – Lahore Qalandars’ all-rounder David Wiese has come out in strong support of captain Shaheen Shah Afridi, silencing critics and addressing recent tensions between Afridi and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). His comments followed Qalandars’ resounding 80-run victory over Quetta Gladiators in the ongoing Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.
Wiese Defends Shaheen Afridi’s Leadership
Speaking at the post-match press conference, Wiese addressed the media buzz surrounding Afridi’s absence from recent international series and his relationship with the PCB. “There’s been some stuff going on between him and Pakistan, with him missing recent series, but he’s still the same Shaheen,” said Wiese. “He’s world-class and the only captain I’d want to play for in the PSL.”
The powerful endorsement not only reaffirmed Afridi’s leadership qualities but also highlighted the dressing room’s support amid outside noise.
Shaheen Afridi’s Bowling Masterclass Leads Qalandars to Victory
After a poor outing in their PSL 10 opener against Islamabad United, Lahore Qalandars bounced back in dominant fashion, posting a massive 220-run target. Afridi set the tone early in the second innings, removing Quetta skipper Saud Shakeel and explosive opener Finn Allen in his opening spell.
Quetta Gladiators were bowled out for 140, falling 80 runs short, as Lahore’s bowlers dismantled the chase with surgical precision. Afridi’s early breakthroughs were instrumental in sealing the win and reestablishing the Qalandars’ presence in the tournament.
A Statement Win for the Defending Champions
With this emphatic victory, Lahore Qalandars have issued a strong statement of intent for the remainder of PSL 10. The team’s performance was a well-rounded effort, but it was Afridi’s brilliance with the ball that stood out, reaffirming his status as one of the premier fast bowlers in world cricket.
The defending champions will now look to build on this momentum as the competition heats up.
