'I hope New Zealand lose': Shaheen Afridi takes a jibe at coach Mike Hesson; tips his hat to Harry Brook

Harry Brook’s captain’s knock in Kandy did more than seal England’s semi-final spot. It drew rare praise from Shaheen Shah Afridi, who called it the best innings of Brook’s life. As Pakistan’s campaign hangs by a thread, Shaheen reflected on missed partnerships, his own comeback, and the fine margins that now separate hope from elimination.