Pakistan’s hopes for a successful start in the World Test Championship (WTC) were dashed on Sunday as Bangladesh secured a historic 10-wicket victory in the opening match in Rawalpindi. This win marked Bangladesh’s first-ever Test victory over Pakistan, giving them a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The series decider will be held at the same venue from August 30.
Post-match, a video featuring captain Shan Masood and star pacer Shaheen Afridi has gone viral, sparking speculation about possible tensions within the Pakistan cricket team. The footage shows Shan standing next to Shaheen during a team huddle when Shaheen is seen removing Shan’s arm from his shoulder, a gesture that has been interpreted by some as indicative of discord.
The incident has fueled discussions online about the team’s internal dynamics and the atmosphere following their recent defeat.