The experienced South African spinner Imran Tahir praised the Pakistani white ball skipper Babar Azam and described him as one of the best in the world. Over the years, Azam has been one of the most consistent Pakistani batsmen of all sizes.
He ranks first in the ICC ranking for batsmen in T20Is, third in ODIs and sixth in the trials. Tahir also praised Azam's leadership and said he was perfect for young Pakistani cricketers. ??
"The current team, led by Babar Azam, is very young and I wish him all the best because I think he is one of the best players in the world," said Tahir of Cricket Pakistan Youth.
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Young players put a lot of energy into it. My experience shows that they are doing well in the future, but at the same time they should be prepared not to give up if they lose a few games, ”he added.
He also spoke about playing without fans in the stadium during the new Coronavirus pandemic (Covid-19). "I've seen in the last few games that the interest of the players is the same as before. Every time you play a sport, you don't like to lose it. I think if you play with your heart, you get results.
Even without it Everyone will enjoy the audience if you enjoy playing, "he said. Protea's leg spinners showed that hard work and determination helped him in the early days of his career.
"From the beginning, I wanted to participate regardless of where I played cricket. I was unsure of my abilities but still wanted to participate. I did not give up and was rewarded for it. It's never easy to get out of a small town and play cricket all over the world. I am proud to walk through a city that didn't have many amenities. I have not let these obstacles get in the way.
I kept telling myself that if I stay true to myself as I continue to train and train with my fitness, I will be rewarded, ”he said. “I played for about one of the best teams in the world [South Africa]. 10 to 11 years and I am very grateful for that. At my age I feel even better than before. So if I keep bowling well, ride well and compete with the best, I will keep playing, ”he continued.
Tahir said it was difficult to leave Pakistan, but the support of his wife and family helped him stay true to his decision. "For someone born and raised in Lahore and whose family and friends are all in Pakistan, it is no easy matter for such a person to leave their country and play somewhere else. I would like to give my family and wife the honor of helping me. when making my decisions.
My first five years were very tough and no one knew what the outcome would be. When I left Pakistan, my heart was broken. My mom and dad left this world and wished I would go to Pakistan I think "It's one of those things. Looking back, you can do a lot of things, but I'm really happy with how it turned out in the end, ”he said.
Azam is currently touring England with the national team. Pakistan is expected to play three trials and as many T20Is in August after the ongoing # raisethebat series of tests against England from the Caribbean has been completed.
The first test between the two teams will be held in Manchester on August 5, while the last two tests will take place in Southampton on August 13-21. "
The three T20Is will be played on August 28, August 30 and September 1 at one location in Manchester.
