ISLAMABAD (PEN) : The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi as the ambassador for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Afridi joins a prestigious list of ambassadors for the tournament, which includes renowned figures such as Usain Bolt, Chris Gayle, and Yuvraj Singh.
Expressing his enthusiasm about his new role, Afridi shared his fond memories of the T20 World Cup, highlighting moments such as winning the Player of the Tournament award in the inaugural edition and lifting the trophy in 2009.
Afridi’s appointment as ambassador reflects his significant contributions to the T20 format and his stature as one of cricket’s most celebrated personalities. His involvement adds excitement and prestige to the upcoming tournament.