Shaheen Afridi is expected to be given a break for the Sydney Test.
The team management aims to keep Shaheen Afridi in optimal condition ahead of the T20I series against New Zealand.
Fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi is likely to be rested for the third and final Test in Sydney against Australia if Pakistan faces defeat in the second Test.
Sources indicate that the team management is keen on keeping Shaheen Afridi fresh for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand, scheduled to begin on January 12, considering his fatigue from consecutive matches.
The Sydney Test is set to take place from January 3 to 7, with the T20I series following shortly after.
In the opening Test at Perth, Australia secured a dominant 360-run victory, leaving Pakistan with a challenging task. Nathan Lyon achieved his 500th Test wicket during the match.
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