Australia qualified for the 2022 World Cup by beating the United Arab Emirates in the Asian play-offs and then beating Peru on penalties in the continental play-off final. Costa Rica defeated New Zealand 1-0 in the second intercontinental play-off, becoming the last team to qualify for the event. ,Hafeez believes that Shan has shown great determination and discipline in improving his skills and there is no doubt that he should be a part of Pakistan's team in all formats.