Former Test captain Shahid Afridi called on Chairman of the PCB Management Committee Zaka Ashraf Friday at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

During the meeting, Ashraf acknowledged Afridi's dedication and contribution towards the game.

He said: "We admire you as a hero of Pakistan, and you have proved to be a great ambassador of the country with both your exceptional talent displayed on the field and your conduct off the field. We would love to have your experience for the betterment of Pakistan cricket."

Afridi expressed his interest in grooming young cricketers into future stars and positively shaping them into well-rounded representatives of Pakistan cricket.

He also admired and appreciated Ashraf's efforts and contributions for Pakistan cricket.