Reports: Gary Kirsten accuses Shaheen Afridi of misbehaving with coaches

Pakistan's fast bowler Shaheen Afridi has been rocked by recent allegations. According to reports in Pakistani media, former coach Gary Kirsten has accused Afridi of misbehaving with coaches and support staff during recent tours.

This controversy has sparked comparisons with Indian cricketer Hardik Pandya, highlighting the importance of professionalism and grace in the sport.

Pakistan cricket has been going through a hard period following their disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup 2024. The team's early exit from the tournament led to severe criticism and shake-ups within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

The sacking of Wahab Riaz and Abdul Razzaq from the selection committee marked the beginning of what appears to be a larger restructuring process.

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Gary Kirsten earlier accused Pakistan team for 'no unity'

The controversy surrounding Shaheen has added fuel to an already volatile situation. Reports from Geo News and Samaa TV suggest that Kirsten accused Afridi of inappropriate behavior towards the coaching staff.

While the exact nature of the misconduct remains undisclosed, the allegations have raised questions about team dynamics and discipline within the squad.

This incident has drawn comparisons with Pandya's situation in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Despite leading Mumbai Indians and having Rohit Sharma under his captaincy, Pandya maintained a professional relationship with Sharma during the T20 World Cup. 

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The contrast between Afridi's alleged behavior and Pandya's professionalism has led to calls for the Pakistani cricketer to learn some grace from his Indian counterpart. It's worth noting that this is not the first time Kirsten has raised concerns about the Pakistani team.

Following the T20 World Cup, he reportedly commented on the lack of unity within the squad and expressed dissatisfaction with the players' fitness standards.