Shahid Afridi throws dinner party for Pakistan team

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)’s interim chief selector Shahid Afridi threw a dinner party for national cricket players at his residence in Karachi on Sunday.

In a video shared by PCB on its digital platforms, the former cricketer is seen welcoming the current Test and One-Day International squads at his home.

Chief selector? ❌
Father figure? ✅

Shahid Afridi adorably greeting the players in an event at his home. 🥰 pic.twitter.com/VoUMMKnA3j

— Cricket Pakistan (@cricketpakcompk) January 8, 2023

Fast bowler Shaheen Shah, who is engaged to Afridi’s daughter, is also greeting the guests alongside his soon to-be father-in-law.

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Earlier on Thursday, Afridi had announced a 16-member squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting Jan 09.

The two teams will host a practice session on Sunday while captains from sides will participate in the trophy unveiling ceremony.

The white-ball series, which is part of the ICC Cricket World Cup Super League, will take place at the National Bank Cricket Arena on Jan 09, 11 and 13.