PAK vs SL: Bowlers will definitely miss Shaheen's leadership in second Test, says Saqlain Mushtaq

GALLE: Pakistan team's head coach Saqlain Mushtaq believes that frontline pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi will be real miss for bowlers in second Test against Sri Lanka, starting here tomorrow. 

Speaking to reporters here on Saturday, Mushtaq said Afridi brings in a lot of energy and leadership for other bowlers in the game. 

"He is our main bowler who leads others from the front. Definitely bowlers will miss his presence and that energy he brings in," he said. 

Changes for second Test

Mushtaq wasn't sure about changes they are looking to make in second Test except for the replacement of injured Afridi. 

"We have looked at the pitch but nothing is decided as of yet. Obviously, Shaheen's replacement is there but apart from this, we will sit and decide before announcing final XI," he said. 

"Our players showed great determination, potential and execution of plans to win the last game. From Abdullah Shafique to tail-ender Naseem Shah and then Hassan Ali, Yasir Shah and others, everyone fought hard to achieve a well-deserved victory," he added.