Shahid Afridi praises Razaullah after stunning Test debut

KARACHI: Pakistan’s young cricketer Razaullah Mashwani has made a memorable impression on his Test debut, earning praise from former captain Shahid Afridi after producing an impressive all-round performance against England.

Afridi took to social media platform X to congratulate the youngster, saying Razaullah’s debut performance had made a significant difference for Pakistan.

The former captain highlighted the youngster’s determination and courage, praising him for showing what can be achieved through confidence, resilience and a strong mindset.

Afridi also wished Razaullah well for the next stage of his career and expressed hope that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and team management would provide the young player with the support and care needed to develop his potential.

Razaullah’s performance came despite Pakistan suffering a disappointing Test series whitewash against England. While the result was a setback for the national side, the debutant emerged as one of the brightest positives from the campaign.

The young all-rounder produced an attacking innings of 81 runs, smashing nine sixes and keeping Pakistan’s hopes alive at a crucial stage of the innings.

Razaullah walked to the crease when Pakistan were still four runs short of erasing England’s lead, with only two wickets remaining. Under enormous pressure, the youngster responded with an aggressive display that changed the momentum of the innings.

His fearless batting helped Pakistan set England a target of 130 runs, giving the hosts a fighting chance despite their difficult position.

The performance has now placed Razaullah firmly in the spotlight, with his temperament and attacking approach drawing attention from former players and fans alike.

For Pakistan, his emergence could provide a much-needed boost as the team looks toward rebuilding after the disappointing series result. For Razaullah, an eye-catching debut could be the beginning of an exciting international career.