Shahid Afridi smashes 45-ball 102 in ODI vs India in Kanpur in April 2005; watch video

Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi was one of most explosive batsmen in world while playing international cricket. While Shahid Afridi continues to be in T20 leagues around world, he made a name for himself with his power-hitting and ability to score runs quickly. Over years, Shahid Afridi has played several memorable kcks which are still etched in minds of cricket fans t just in Pakistan but around world.

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Shahid Afridi scores 45-ball ton to guide Pakistan to a win over India

One such innings was played by Shahid Afridi on April 15, 2004 in Kanpur in fifth ODI of six-match series. series was equally poised at 2-2 and this was a must-win game for both teams. Shahid Afridi rose to occasion and performed brilliantly for his side.

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Shahid Afridi once again proved why he was considered as one of most lethal batsmen in world. Every strategy is rendered meaningless when he gets going with bat. Shahid Afridi opened innings to chase target of 260 set by India. He launched an assault on  Indian bowlers from very first over.

Shahid Afridi bludgeoned 9 sixes and 10 fours and showed mercy to Indian bowlers. Shahid Afridi got to his quick-fire century in 45 deliveries and led Pakistan to a 5-wicket victory. Shahid Afridi's blistering kck of 102 ensured a convincing Pakistan victory and helped m take a 3-2 lead in series. Pakistan eventually went on to win series 4-2, after having lost first two matches.

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Shahid Afridi's 102 vs India in Kanpur 2005: Watch

Shahid Afridi thanks Yuvraj Singh & Harbhajan Singh

Recently, Shahid Afridi expressed his gratitude to former Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh and off-spinner Harbhajan Singh for extending ir support to Afridi's foundation amid coronavirus pandemic. Taking to Twitter, Afridi thanked Yuvraj Singh & Harbhajan Singh and said that y are 'huge pillars of support.' He added that this bond has shown love and peace transgresses borders when it comes to humanity.

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