Shoaib Akhtar announces his comeback on February 14

Pakistan former fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has announced that he would be returning to play league on February 14.

In a video message on social media, Shoaib Akhtar said, “Today’s kids believe that they know a lot [about cricket] and they can challenge my bowling speed as well. So, kids I am coming back to play and I will show you what speed really is."

“I too will play league [cricket] so beware,” said Akhtar, who is hailed among the fastest bowlers in cricketing history.

Hello 14th February is the date, mark your calendars guys. Main bhi araha hun iss baar league khelnay.. Aakhir inn bachon ko bhi pata chalay kay tezi hoti kia hai! #shoaibisback #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/AbVDo7BPUB

— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) 11 February 2019

Interestingly, February 14 also marks the start of Pakistan Super League’s fourth edition. So one can expect the speedster making his debut in Pakistan’s premier cricketing tournament.