Still fit to play, not focussing on coaching yet, says Shahid Afridi
Veteran all-rounder Shahid Afridi isn't looking to stop playing the sport anytime soon, especially after getting roped in for the upcoming Abu Dhabi T10 by Qalandars franchise. The new edition of the UAE-based league is set to start from November 14 and will be played in Abu Dhabi.
Former Pakistan captain, who has long retired from international cricket, continues to thrive his career in global leagues and his next venture would be the upcoming T10 league. Afridi has expressed his excitement to participate in the tournament as he's absolutely fit and feels confident.
“I wouldn’t have been here if I cannot play in this format. I am fit and enjoying playing. I will give my best, sometimes I am successful, sometimes I am not,” he said.
Further, Afridi spoke about the disappointment that the team brought about during the 2019 World Cup and said that he expects changes under the new coach, Misbah.
However, when asked about whether he is considering a coaching stint with Pakistan in the near future, the 44-year-old said that he is only focussing on playing cricket at the time. However, if youngsters need his help he'll definitely help them out.
“I don’t have the temperament to coach the national team. Moreover, I am fit as ever so my focus is on playing cricket right now and try and give my best for the team,” he said. However, Afridi said he can start by giving training to promising young talents of the country. “I would be interested in coaching young boys under 18 and 19. It is that age they need coaching," he said.