Shahid Afridi tags wrong Kane Williamson account in tweet, 'advises' on success in Tests

New Zealand side outplayed Pakistan in all departments and clinched two-match Test series comfortably. Black Caps captain Kane Williamson played a significant role in his side's success and proved his mettle on yet ar occasion. batsman garnered appreciation from all corners for his heroics with bat and as a leer. Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi ackwledged New Zealand's stellar performance and also commented on Pakistan's dismal outing. 

Shahid Afridi makes blunder while tagging Kane Williamson on Twitter 

43-year-old hailed New Zealand team for becoming Number 1 team in ICC Test rankings. With a clinical victory over visitors Pakistan and West Indies, hosts have furr strengned ir position in ongoing ICC World Test Championship. Afridi, who was one of nation's most celebrated cricketer, applauded Kane Williamson-led side for ir remarkable performance. ex-cricketer also commended New Zealand skipper for his wonderful stint. However, he ended up tagging an account that does t actually belong to Williamson. 

visitors put up a decent show in opening fixture. However, y were completely decimated in subsequent match. thing went right for Pakistan team, and even ir bowling coach, Waqar Younis, flew back to Pakistan after completion of first Test. Kane Williamson, who comfortably sits at top of ICC Test rankings for batsmen, was ruthless against inexperienced Pakistani bowling attack and piled up a marvellous double-century in last encounter. 

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Shahid Afridi's vice for Pakistan Test team

During his playing days, all-rounder was often criticised for his reckless shot selection while batting. Especially in latter half of his career, Afridi was utilised more as a leg-spin option. player undoubtedly has served Pakistan cricket for a long period and has also been captain in all three formats. However, cricketer's Test career was quite underwhelming, to say least.

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According to veteran cricketer,  players need to apply ir talent and also show cour simultaneously to attain success in Test cricket. Fans were quick to remind Afridi of his below-aver performances in red-ball cricket post his comments on micro-blogging site. Here we take a look at Shahid Afridi career stats to get a clearer idea of star player's performances in longer format.

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Shahid Afridi career stats: How did all-rounder fare in Test matches? 

player has featured in only 27 Test matches for Pakistan. As a batsman, Afridi has 1716 runs to his name at a decent aver of 36.5. He has also smashed 5 centuries and 8 half-centuries in format. However, he is remembered more for his exploits in white-ball cricket, as he could t make a significant impact in Test cricket.

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Im source: AP