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File photograph of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan© AFP
Properly previous the deadline set by the Worldwide Cricket Council, the Pakistan Cricket Board is but to announce its squad for the Champions Trophy. The unreasonable delay in saying squad for the marquee occasion has left many baffled, together with former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali, who has repeatedly questioned the board’s preparedness for the occasion. “Pakistan kya darr gaya jo abhi tak team announce nahi ki? Nahi dara nahi hai. Samajh nahi aa rahi hai — karein to kya karein? (Is Pakistan scared to announce their squad? No, it isn’t, just unsure what to do and what not),” stated Basit in a video on his YouTube channel.
One of many causes behind Pakistan’s intensive delay in squad announcement has been recognized because the suspense over batter Saim Ayub’s availability.
“The biggest issue is Saim Ayub, whether he can return fit or not. It’s still not clear,” he stated.
Basit additionally recognized some massive issues with Pakistan’s middle-order, with numerous gamers prone to come into the match with none prior expertise of enjoying in an ICC occasion.
“I hope I am wrong, but Pakistan’s problem is their middle-order because they have to face 140kmph fast bowlers, barring against India who have spin all-rounders,” stated Basit. “Right now, Pakistan’s No. 5, 6 and 7 appear dodgy. That’s why I am in favour of Saud Shakeel. People are talking about Khushdil Shah. But do you want a T20 player in the Champions Trophy squad?”
“Tayyab Tahir, Saud, and Kamran Ghulam haven’t played ICC events. Similarly, the spinners Sufiyan (Muqeem) and Abrar (Ahmed) haven’t played,” stated the previous batter.
“That’s why at this time Shadab Khan is needed as a spin all-rounder. If Saim is fit, then Saim and Fakhar Zaman is the best opening combination. If Saim doesn’t make it, then Shan Masood. Who’s left after that? Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan. So your batting will depend on these four and bowling will depend on pacers,” he concluded.
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