Pakistani legend Waqar Younis advised fast bowler Shahin Shah Afridi to learn from the Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah if he wants to make an impact in the World Cup. Shahin has been struggling with his pace and fitness, and despite his efforts, he has taken only 4 wickets in three World Cup matches.
While speaking as a commentator in India, Waqar Younis stated that he's not sure if there is an issue with Shahin's fitness, but there is a lack of discipline in his bowling, and he is striving to take wickets.
He emphasized that when you keep doing the same thing repeatedly, as Shahin has been doing with his yorkers, batsmen figure it out, and they get prepared for it.
Waqar recommended that Shahin should follow the established example set by Bumrah, whom he referred to as a "top bowler." He mentioned that Bumrah has been creating pressure and consistently hitting the stumps, which has been effective against Pakistan.
Waqar also commented on Pakistan's bowling in the World Cup, stating that there is a "lack of rhythm and control."
He doesn't believe it's solely due to one bowler's deficiency but also pointed out that Naseem Shah, who was Shahin's bowling partner, is no longer there to maintain pressure.