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Shaheen Afridi praises Harry Brook after dismissal

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi praised England captain Harry Brook after dismissing him for a century, and hinted that New Zealand should lose.

Shaheen Afridi dismissed England captain Harry Brook for a brilliant century at Pallekele, then walked over to shake Brook’s hand and praised his “world‑class innings”.

After the match Afridi said he hoped New Zealand would lose their game, while noting Pakistan’s own shortcomings had cost them a semi‑final spot.