Who is Asif Afridi? Pakistan spinner, once banned for six months by PCB, makes Test debut at 38 years & 299 days

Pakistan gave handed Test debut to left-arm spinner Asif Afridi on Monday during the second Test against South Africa at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Afridi, at 38 years and 299 days, became the second oldest player to make his Test debut for Pakistan.

Afridi, was preferred over seasoned spinner Abrar Ahmed to partner regular spinners, southpaw Noman Ali and off-spinner, Sajid Khan. The hosts lead the two-match Test series 1-0, having won the first game by 93 runs. Afridi's Test selection comes after his consistent shows domestically.

A seasoned domestic veteran, Afridi has so far taken 198 wickets in 57 first-class matches.