However, on an individual level there are some causes for concern. Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq have both had quiet starts to the tournament, the consistent top order going through a lean patch.
Perhaps more concerningly, Shaheen Shah Afridi has also had a poor start to the competition. Two wickets in two matches, averaging over 50, and going at 6.4rpo - those are not the figures you would expect of a bowler of Shaheen's class and reputation.
That reputation is well earned. Shaheen has, over the last few years, evolved into a genuine elite ODI bowler. In particular, his strike rate - 26.1- is up there with the very best in history. Only Ajantha Mendis, Sandeep Lamichhane and Mitchell Starc have recorded a better strike rate in ODIS, among those with as many wickets as Shaheen. He is, objectively, all class.
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