The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released a positive update on star fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi.
The PCB has reportedly confirmed that Shaheen Afridi’s knee injury is not serious.
Shaheen Afridi injury update: BBL setback and fitness expected for ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Shaheen Afridi’s 2025-26 Big Bash League campaign has come to an abrupt end, with the Pakistani fast bowler returning home after suffering a worrying knee injury during his stint with Brisbane Heat.
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The left-arm pacer featured in four matches for the Heat, but his stay was cut short after injuring his right knee while playing against the Adelaide Strikers. Shaheen had to limp off the field and was later called home by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
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With the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 set to begin on February 7, the PCB has decided to recall Afridi as a precautionary measure, focusing on his recovery and rehabilitation rather than pushing him to play more matches in the 2025-26 BBL.
Now, a new report has emerged that the left-arm speedster does not suffer any serious damage, putting an end to the growing concerns over his fitness for the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Shaheen Afridi is expected to resume bowling in the nets in the next 10-15 days.
A senior Pakistani journalist, Saleem Khaliq, revealed, “Shaheen Shah Afridi’s injury is not serious; he is expected to start playing in the nets within 10-15 days. »
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– Shaheen Shah Afridi’s injury is not serious, he is expected to start playing in the nets within 10-15 days. (Saleem Khaliq) pic.twitter.com/Tp5KcLR1FR
– Junaiz (@dhillow_) December 30, 2025
Looking Back: Dealing with Past Injury Issues
The injury once again brought to mind Afridi’s knee problems. He had previously injured the same right knee while playing in a Test match in Sri Lanka in 2022. The setback forced him to miss the first part of the T20 World Cup in Australia.
However, Afridi returned later in the tournament but the problem resurfaced in the final against England, where he broke down in the deadly overs which proved costly for Pakistan in a title decider. So, this time, the PCB aims to avoid this situation.
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Shaheen Afridi’s miserable BBL campaign and road to recovery
Afridi had a difficult and unforgettable journey in Australia. He managed to take only two wickets in four matches and made many runs, conceding an economy rate of 11.19. The Brisbane Heat bowler was in trouble from the start of the BBL 2025-26.
Well, the fast bowler was rested for Pakistan’s upcoming three-match T20 series against Sri Lanka, but he is still part of their plans for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. His pace, swing and ability to strike early make him one of the most important weapons in the team.
Now, all eyes will be on Afridi’s rehabilitation process, as Pakistan hopes to get their star bowler back fit and firing in time for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 in Sri Lanka and India.
