'IT'S NOT CORRECT': Shaheen Shah Afridi now openly questioning PCB's ability to make decisions

Shaheen Shah Afridi has raised concerns over Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) decision to terminate Haris Rauf's central contract, questioning timing of move. PCB revoked Rauf's contract after fast bowler withdrew from Pakistan's recently-concluded Test series against Australia.

Shaheen Afridi slams PCB's decision

Additionally, PCB has barred Haris Rauf from participating in overseas T20 leagues until June 30, 2024, by denying him Objection Certificates (C). Both Shaheen and Rauf are set to represent Lahore Qalandars in Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024, with ir first match scheduled against Islamabad United on Saturday.

Shaheen Shah Afridi praised Haris Rauf for his mental fortitude, stating that his teammate is always prepared to represent national team.

"I don't have much to say about PCB's decision. But timing is such we have a match in one day and decision just came through,” Shaheen Shah Afridi told ESPNcricinfo.

“Haris is a mentally strong boy and this won't affect him hopefully, and perhaps PCB will also understand making decision at this time was t correct. Haris is doing fine; he's always ready to play for Pakistan," he added.

Following Rauf's absence in series against Australia, chief selector Wahab Riaz remarked that fast bowler should have represented Pakistan, especially when some frontline bowlers were unavailable due to injuries.

During same time, Haris Rauf was representing Glenn Maxwell-led Melbourne Stars in Big Bash League (BBL) 2023-24 in Australia. Rauf's last appearance for Pakistan was in T20I series against New Zealand, where he claimed 7 wickets from 4 matches.