“The World Cup is an all-important event for all of us, which is why we are taking all possible steps to put the team back on track,” said Afridi.
“The boys are working hard in the camp in Lahore and I’m sure that they would be in much better shape when we leave for New Zealand for a full series,” he added.
Pakistan will leave for New Zealand on December 17 to play three Twenty20 internationals, two Tests and six ODIs. The tour will conclude just days before the start of the World Cup.
Afridi is confident that Pakistan will conclude its World Cup preparations in New Zealand on a positive note.
“New Zealand will prove us with a great opportunity to get fully ready for the World Cup,” said Afridi. “We are more or less sure about our World Cup combination and the one-day series in New Zealand will help us take a final decision on it.”
