Sun Feb 23 12:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan’s Pace Attack Promising, But Years Away From Legendary Status: Sehwag
**LAHORE, PAKISTAN** – Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has tempered the excitement surrounding Pakistan’s current pace bowling attack, suggesting it will take 5-10 years before they can be considered in the same league as legendary bowlers like Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and Shoaib Akhtar.
Speaking on a digital channel, Sehwag praised the young Pakistani pacers’ talent but emphasized the need for sustained performance and experience to achieve legendary status. He highlighted the importance of a high wicket tally and improved economy rates in establishing a bowler’s greatness. He used the example of India’s Mohammad Shami, illustrating the time required for bowlers to regain their form after injury. Sehwag specifically mentioned Shaheen Afridi, whose post-injury form has been a subject of debate, noting that regaining rhythm takes time.
While acknowledging the promise shown by Pakistan’s current fast bowlers, Sehwag concluded that comparisons to the nation’s past greats are premature. The assessment suggests that while Pakistan possesses a talented young pace attack, the path to legendary status is a long one, requiring consistent performance and the passage of several years.
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