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Shaheen Afridi praises Harry Brook after dismissing him in T20 World Cup

Pakistan fast bowler Shaheen Afridi praised England captain Harry Brook after dismissing him for a century in the T20 World Cup semi-final, offering a gesture of respect.

After taking Brook's wicket, Afridi walked over to the England captain, shook hands and praised the innings as world‑class, saying Brook deserved the century.

The dismissal came in a match that saw England reach the final, while Pakistan's semi‑final hopes slipped. Afridi admitted Pakistan's batting faltered and added that he hopes New Zealand lose their next game.