Cricket fans were in awe as Asif Afridi, aged 38, made a record-breaking Test debut for Pakistan against South Africa in Rawalpindi. The left-arm spinner took a five-wicket haul (5-61), becoming one of the oldest players in cricket history to do so on debut.
Afridi’s performance electrified the home crowd — his accuracy, flight, and calm demeanor outfoxed South Africa’s middle order. Yet despite his brilliance, Pakistan couldn’t capitalize fully, as the Proteas tail fought back to swing momentum late in the day.
This match marks a bittersweet milestone — individual glory amid team struggle. Analysts praise Afridi’s perseverance through domestic cricket and say his debut exposes the broken talent-pipeline that delays recognition of local stars. His story is a message of grit, patience, and passion — inspiring thousands of Pakistani cricketers who still dream of the green cap.
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