Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi set an unwanted record in the ICC WorldCup 2023. On Saturday, he endured a difficult spell, conceding 90 runs in10 overs against New Zealand without taking any wickets. This performancemarked the most expensive spell by a Pakistani bowler in World Cup history.
Despite being renowned for their formidable pace attack, Pakistan hasencountered challenges in the tournament. Their key pacers, Shaheen Afridiand Haris Rauf, failed to deliver as expected in their match against NewZealand.
New Zealand, on the other hand, showcased their batting prowess, posting adaunting total of 401-6. Rachin Ravindra achieved his third century in theWorld Cup, and skipper Kane Williamson contributed a valiant 95 runs totheir team’s effort.
These exceptional performances propelled New Zealand to a dominantposition, leaving Pakistan in a precarious situation in the competition.
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Rachin Ravindra’s consistent form was evident as he secured his thirdcentury of the tournament, while Kane Williamson narrowly missed reaching acentury of his own. Meanwhile, Shaheen Afridi’s struggles with the ball,conceding 90 runs without taking any wickets, underscored Pakistan’schallenges in the World Cup.