I'm available for Pakistan: Afridi

Shahid Afridi says he would be available for Pakistan's tour of England this summer if required by his country.

Afridi told BBC South Today he is staying away from his national side as they "give youngsters a chance".

He said: "I've told the selectors it's fine to keep me away and to see where the youngsters are standing."

The 36-year-old will play his first game for Hampshire since 2011 on Friday.

"I'm happy to concentrate on my county summer at the moment and then we'll see what happens later," he added. "If they (Pakistan) want me later in the summer, then I'm available."