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Shoaib Akhtar Reveals Extreme Measures: Pills, Injections to Play Against India

Shoaib Akhtar opens up on extreme measures to play against India. (Reuters Image)

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Moneycontrol•26-02-2026, 15:38

Shoaib Akhtar Reveals Extreme Measures: Pills, Injections to Play Against India

•Shoaib Akhtar admitted to taking pills and injections to manage knee pain and play against India.
•He and Saqlain Mushtaq secretly used these methods due to severe knee issues.
•Akhtar recounted a bet with Saqlain over who would dismiss Sachin Tendulkar during the 1998-99 India tour.
•The former Pakistan pacer's knees gave way in 1997, while Saqlain's issues started in 1996.
•This admission highlights the intensity of the India vs Pakistan rivalry and the players' dedication.

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