Afridi ready to play for Pakistan

LAHORE: Former captain Shahid Afridi termed the meeting with Chairman Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Zaka Ashraf positive adding that they discussed various issues pertaining to the game, Geo News reported.

The cricket star was talking to media after the meeting that took place here today. He backed the idea of PCB Chairman for having three different coaches. "Chairman's idea of having separate coaches for each department is good and it doesn't matter that the coach is foreign or national."

He said: "I am ready to play cricket either as a player or captain". Afridi said he has told the chairman about his availability for the team.

Shahid expressed sadness over the spot fixing scandal. This incident has badly affected the national prestige, he said.