Srinagar: Ahead of his Australia’s Big Bash debut Pakistan left arm pacer Shaheen Afridi has warned teammate Haris Rauf not to bowl against him during BBL 2025.
In a recent interview, Afridi — who will represent Brisbane Heat in the upcoming tournament — jokingly cautioned Rauf not to bowl against him during the BBL.
“I hope Haris Rauf doesn’t dare to bowl against me [in BBL]. If he does, I will hit him for a lot of sixes,” Afridi said with a grin.
Previously, during his interaction after signing for the Brisbane Heat following the draft, the 25-year-old was asked which batter’s wicket he would value the most among Babar Azam, Steve Smith, and David Warner.
“For me, it’s all three,” Shaheen said with a smile. “I wouldn’t pick just one because all of them are crucial wickets. They’re key players for their teams, and I’d love to dismiss each of them.”
“Yeah, this year, six or seven Pakistani players are taking part in the Big Bash, so I’m really looking forward to playing against them,” he said.
“We just played together in the PSL, and these guys are big names who have been performing for Pakistan for many years. It’s a great challenge, and I think the crowd, especially the Pakistani fans, will enjoy it whenever we face Babar, Rizwan, and others. Hopefully, we can put on a good show in front of a big crowd,” he added.
Shaheen also shared his ambition to lift a trophy with Brisbane Heat, stressing the importance of team culture and enjoying the game.
“That will be amazing — to win one more trophy. It would make my first season even more special. In the PSL, we won three trophies, and it’s all about the players and how the management gives you that cushion to enjoy your cricket,” he said.
“That’s the main thing. I’m really hopeful — Brisbane Heat are a very good side, and I’m looking forward to winning another trophy with them,” he concluded.