Fast bowler Shaheen Afridi is set to don jersey number 10 for the Pakistan cricket team. He posted the update on his social media account sporting the Pakistan jersey.
Former Pakistan cricketer Shahid Afridi used to wear jersey number 10 and Shaheen is looking forward to carrying the legacy. "This is more than a shirt number. It represents honesty, integrity, and immense love for Pakistan.
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"I am humbled and honored that I will be now representing Pakistan in shirt # 10 of Lala @SAfridiOfficial . Nothing but Pakistan. #Legacy #TheEagle #PakistanZindabad," wrote Shaheen on Twitter.
Shahid Afridi reacted to the post and wrote that he is delighted that the number 10 jersey will be worn by a worthy successor, Shaheen.
"I wore this shirt with great honour and pride, I'm delighted that the #10 shirt will now be worn by Shaheen who is a truly worthy successor! Shaheen I wish you the very best, continue to rise and wear ???????? colours with the greatest pride," he tweeted.
Earlier, the ex-Pakistan all-rounder had confirmed his eldest daughter is engaged to Shaheen. In an interview with a TV channel, Shahid said if God willing, Shaheen will become his son-in-law in the future.
