Ahmad Shahzad opens up down over prolonged cricket exile
Former Pakistan batter Ahmad Shahzad became visibly emotional while speaking about his prolonged absence from competitive cricket, admitting that missing out this time hurt more than before — mainly because of his son. Speaking during the Geo News programme 'Harna Mana Hai', where he appears as a regular panellist, Shahzad said he still feels a deep desire to return to competitive cricket. “Yes, of course, I get emotional. If I’m being honest, I feel very sad. I want to play,” he said. “My batchmates are all playing. I feel happy for them, but I do wonder about myself — what were the reasons, why did this happen?” Shahzad, who was part of Quetta Gladiators’ title-winning side in the PSL, said the days following every auction are particularly difficult for him. “I have 18 years in this field. For all those things to suddenly go away, I remember it a lot. It makes me want to cry. The first two or three days are very difficult, and it happens every time,” he added. He also ...