A viral video showing former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi stepping into the nets to bat against Shaheen Afridi has spread quickly across social platforms. The clip captures the seasoned player executing a cover drive off his son‑in‑law’s bowling attempt, offering a rare glimpse of the two cricketers training together despite a decade‑plus age difference.
The post garnered immediate buzz because of the well‑known family tie between the two rivals. Shaheen married Shahid’s daughter, Ansha, on February 3, 2023, in a traditional nikah ceremony, making him Shahid’s father‑in‑law.
Born March 1, 1980, Shahid Afridi is a retired all‑rounder who once led the Pakistan national side as captain. As a right‑handed batsman and right‑arm leg spinner, he featured in every format of international cricket before retiring.
Shaheen Afridi, born April 6, 2000, is a left‑arm fast bowler and left‑handed batter. He made his international debut in 2018 and was named ICC Man of the Year in 2021, becoming the first Pakistani winner of the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy. He currently heads Pakistan’s ODI squad.
This net session comes at a pivotal time for Shaheen. Alongside Babar Azam, he was dropped from Pakistan’s T20I roster for the forthcoming home series against Sri Lanka after steady performances at the 2026 T20 World Cup. Sahibzada Farhan has been installed to guide the team in his absence.
Shaheen’s most recent ODI cap came on May 30, 2026, when he took seven wickets in a three‑game series against Australia—a match Pakistan won 2‑1. His final first‑class appearance saw him play against Bangladesh in Mirpur between May 8 and May 12, 2026.
With the T20I side now directed under Farhan, Shaheen appears focused on emphasizing red‑ball cricket while also serving as ODI captain. The online catch of the net workout with his father‑in‑law provides a light interlude during this transition period.
