Tag: Naseem Shah

DUBAI: Pakistan’s hero of the Asia Cup Super Four clash against Afghanistan, Naseem Shah, who clinched the victory for the green shirts with two blistering hits in the final over, claimed that he has no desire of becoming an all-rounder yet.

Naseem interacted with the media here and responded to a question regarding his plans about becoming an all-rounder following his astounding blitz against Afghanistan in the tense Super Four clash and claimed that he has no such desires yet.

“In tape ball cricket and during previous batting practice sessions, I had also smashed sixes. When the opportunity arose, Allah aided me since I was trying to hit sixes if the ball came up and used to believe that a favourable moment would arrive,” Naseem stated.

“I put in a lot of effort to raise my performance. Right now, I don’t want to be an all-rounder, but I do my best to perform well whenever I get the chance to bat,” he maintained.

The right-arm speedster recalled the heated closing moments of the final-over thriller against Afghanistan and shared that he initially planned to give strike to Asif Ali, who, however, fell on the cusp of the 19th over.

“Earlier there was an attempt to give strike to Asif bhai by taking a single,” shared Naseem. “But when our nine wickets fell everyone was thinking that we have lost the match but thanks to Almighty Allah that we won that match and when I did not remember anything when I ran after hitting those sixes.”

Naseem continued by making a comment about the bat, which he had put up for auction and said he would use the proceeds to help flood victims.

“I have put the bat for the auction and I will donate the funds to the flood victims of our country,” he announced.

READ: Australia’s captain Finch calls time on his ODI career

SHARJAH: Pakistan team batting coach Muhammad Yousuf lauded the young pacer, Naseem Shah, for his heroic batting effort in the Asia Cup game against Afghanistan on Wednesday, calling his two match-winning sixes in the final over the best shots of his career. 

Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, the national team’s batting coach stated that the sixes hit by Naseem Shah were as memorable as Miandad’s final ball six in Sharjah in 1986 against India.

“We had started batting practice of Naseem at the academy two years ago and last night he gave a positive response to that and showcased a magnificent display of batting,” he said.

“When a player plays according to the situation it benefits the team and it benefits him as well. Those two shots by Naseem will be the best shot of his career” he added.

“The sixes were monumental. Might not be as historic as Miandad’s six since it was against India, however, if we look at the situation that we were into, those sixes are definitely memorable,” he added.

Talking about Babar’s dismal run with the bat in the ongoing Asia Cup, Yousuf said that there was nothing with his form or technique it was just hard luck.

“Babar is a world-class player. It’s not unusual that sometimes you try to give the best performance but still get out early,” he said.

He is not undergoing a rough phase or anything like that, it’s just the luck which is not in his favour.” he added

“The way he is playing his shots and the way he middles the ball it cannot be said that he is out-of-form, It is just the bad luck,” he said. “A top performer like Babar cannot fail if he sticks to the basics and continues to play with the right technique”

While opining on Rizwan’s sublime form in the tournament, Yousuf praised the fighting spirit of the No.1 T20I batter of the world.

“Rizwan battles for the team. Despite getting hurt in the match against India he was running enthusiastically between the wicket during the batting,” he concluded.

It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan edged past Afghanistan in a final-over nail-biter courtesy of two astounding sixes from Pakistan pacer Naseem that powered the side into the final of Asia Cup 2022.

READ: Pakistan to face Afghanistan, England in warm-up fixtures of T20 WC

SHARJAH: Pakistan’s hero of the all-important Super Four clash against Afghanistan – Naseem Shah said that people forgot that he is also a bowler.

Naseem, who smashed two sixes on the first two deliveries of the final over against Afghanistan and powered Pakistan into the final of the Asia Cup 2022 interacted with presenter Ravi Shastri and said that he was confident to win the match as he practised a lot in the nets.

“There was full confidence that we can win this match. We practice in the net, so we were confident that we would achieve the target,” said Naseem.

The speedster then went on to claim that his Afghanistan counterpart Fazalhaq Farooqi would bowl the yorkers and had full faith in himself for hitting those sixes.

“I knew the bowler would try to go for a yorker and was confident I could hit sixes. So, I tried and it paid off,” he stated.

Naseem then went on to reveal that he exchanged his bat with Mohammad Hasnain after Asif Ali’s dismissal in the 19th over and was confident that he will win it for Pakistan.

“After Asif Ali got out, I went to Hasnain and changed the bat, I had practised and was confident that we would be able to do it,” Naseem shared.

The right-handed batter then humorously said that after hitting those two sixes people have forgotten that he is also a bowler.

“Now people have forgotten that I am also a bowler,” he concluded.

It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan edged past Afghanistan in a final-over nail-biter courtesy of two astounding sixes from Pakistan pacer Naseem that powered the side into the final of Asia Cup 2022.

READ: ‘Naseem’s sixes remind us of Shahid Afridi’ says Shadab Khan 

SHARJAH: Pakistan vice-captain and player of the nerve-wracking Super Four clash between Afghanistan and Pakistan – Shadab Khan – hailed young speedster Naseem Shah and claimed his two sixes reminded them of Shahid Afridi.

Shadab talked to the presser following the tense clash of the Asia Cup Super Four between Pakistan and Afghanistan and heaped praises on the young fast bowler.

“Naseem’s two sixes remind us of Shahid Afridi,” said Shadab. “I was confident that he can hit those sixes.

“These two sixes will always be memorable for Naseem for the entirety of his career,” added Shadab.

The all-rounder then claimed that it is more difficult to watch Pakistan matches than to play them, while also acknowledging that he should have finished the match.

“Pakistan matches are hard to watch, heart attack can happen. I am more comfortable while playing such matches than watching them,” said Shadab.

“I should have finished the match. Our team is good but we have not become champions yet and we have to become that,” he concluded.

It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan edged past Afghanistan in a final-over nail-biter courtesy of two astounding sixes from Pakistan pacer Naseem that powered the side into the final of Asia Cup 2022.

Meanwhile, India and Afghanistan have been crashed out of the tournament, while Sri Lanka made their way into the final alongside Pakistan.

READ: Pakistan down Afghanistan in a nail-biter to book Asia Cup Final berth

DUBAI: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf heaped praise on the new entrant of the T20I team and young sensation, Naseem Shah, for his lightning-fast speed and the heroics that he played in the first two games of the Asia Cup 2022.

Pakistan are set to face the arch-rivals India for the second time in the ongoing Asia Cup on Sunday after the Green Shirts step into the Super Fours stage of the tournament with a thumping win by 155 runs against Hong Kong on Friday.

However, the team faced a major blow on Saturday when the right-arm pacer Shahnawaz Dahani was ruled out of the team due to a side strain injury.

Haris, on the other hand, looked confident to turn the tables this time as he believed that the team got a major boost after the resounding win in the last match.

“We kept it tight in the first match against India and got a thumping win against Hong Kong. We will try to keep this momentum in the Super 4 stage of the tournament,” he said as quoted by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

“India-Pakistan games are always high-intensity matches and we are confident to produce a competitive clash on Sunday. It was a nail-biter last Sunday, which went into the last over but 4 September will be a new date and we are hopeful to cross the line this time in Dubai.” he added.

Furthermore, Haris hailed the 19-year-old Naseem for his fierce pace and keeping the batters under pressure which he believed proved beneficial for other bowlers of the team.

“I am really happy with the performance of my bowling line-up,” he said.

“Bowling partnerships are very important in this format of the game and I am really enjoying bowling with the young sensation Naseem Shah. Because of his searing pace, he keeps the opponents on the back foot, which gives an edge to the other bowlers.”

READ: Dahani ruled out of high-voltage clash against India after injury

DUBAI: Pakistan pacers Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, and Shahnawaz Dahani were given rest from the national team’s training session for their second Asia Cup 2022 fixture against Hong Kong, scheduled on September 2.

Following an opening defeat against the arch-rivals India in the ongoing Asia Cup 2022, the Green Shirts has set their sights on their second match of the ongoing tournament against Hong Kong.

The national contingent hit the batting, fielding, and bowling drills at the ICC Academy Ground here on Tuesday.

Pakistan pacers – Naseem, Haris, and Dahani, however, who partook in the high-octane clash against India on Sunday enjoyed a rest day.

It is pertinent to mention here that India defeated Pakistan in a thriller to start their Asia Cup 2022 campaign on a high. Pakistan pacers Naseem and Haris were seen struggling with cramps amid the anticipated clash.

READ: Sarfaraz, bowlers power Sindh to thump SP in National T20 Cup opener

ROTTERDAM: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf stated that bowling with a new ball was a challenge for him after he proved himself as a strike option for the team following his brilliant performance in the second ODI against the Netherlands.

Haris along with Naseem Shah, who is currently on his first ODI assignment, led the charge for Pakistan against the Netherlands in the absence of the team’s main strike bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi after he was rested due to an injury.

“Previously I used to bowl with a slightly old ball, but I bowled with a new ball in the series against Australia and here as well. It was a new challenge for me and I was trying to utilize it effectively,” said Haris in an interview given to this reporter.

Commenting on playing conditions, the right-arm pacer believed that the drastic contrast in the Netherlands’ conditions from that of Pakistan added to his learning experience.

“Conditions were very different here, the ground was soft, the ball was getting a grip in the wicket and the wicket was slow, you get to learn a lot from these things,” he added.

Naseem, on the other hand, stated that although he had been a regular member of Pakistan’s Test team yet the feelings were altogether different here as it was his debut ODI series.

“Although I have played Tests but the feelings during the debut are unmatched, Conditions were excellent here and it was an exciting ODI debut for me,” said Naseem.

Commenting on the playing conditions in the Netherlands, the young speedster stated that although the pitch was grassy, the ball was coming nicely onto the bat initially.

“The aura of playing at the international level was very different from league cricket,” he said. “Although the pitch looked grassy, the ball was slowing a bit before reaching the batsman. The ball was getting stuck and swinging simultaneously.” he maintained.

It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan claimed an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series against the Netherlands after their comprehensive seven-wicket victory yesterday in the second ODI.

Haris Rauf produced sensational bowling figures of 3/16 while Naseem claimed two wickets to propel the collapse of the Dutch team in the second ODI. Whereas, Mohammad Nawaz also bagged three wickets with Shadab Khan and Mohammad Wasim making a scalp each to restrict the hosts to 186.

READ: ‘Rizwan guided me a lot during our partnership’ says Salman Ali Agha

ROTTERDAM: Young pacer Naseem Shah and all-rounder Salman Agha are ready to receive their ODI caps as the two players will feature in their debut white-ball match today during the series opener between Pakistan and Netherlands. 

Both Naseem and Agha have already represented Pakistan in the red-ball format.

“It was a dream to represent Pakistan. Although I have already made a debut, I have the same feelings today as well ” said Naseem Shah in a video posted by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on its official Twitter account.

.@SalmanAliAgha1 and @iNaseemShah – Pakistan's ODI debutants today against the Netherlands 👏#NEDvPAK | #BackTheBoysInGreen pic.twitter.com/JkX7j4iKOf

— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) August 16, 2022

“I cannot express my feelings in words. This will be a memorable moment for me and my family,” expressed Agha.

Agha further stated that the team has unity and consensus within its ranks and there is no such distinction between seniors and juniors in the team.

It is pertinent to mention that the first encounter of the three-match ODI series between Pakistan and the Netherlands will begin today at 2:00 PM (PST).

Meanwhile, the second and third ODI will be played on August 18 and 21.

All the matches will be telecasted live on Pakistan’s first HD Sports channel – A Sports and will be simultaneously streamed on the digital platform of ARY Digital Network – ARY ZAP in crystal clear HD quality.

READ: Juanmi’s double puts Real Betis 3-0 up against Elche in La Liga 

BRISTOL: Pakistan’s left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir has replaced his countryman Naseem Shah in the Gloucestershire County Cricket Club for the remainder of the Vitality Blast 2022.

Naseem, who returned to Pakistan due to his father’s ailment, has been replaced by the left-arm pacer Amir.

Naseem’s shoulder injury prevented him from playing, therefore the veteran bowler recently filled in for him for three matches in the ongoing County Championship for Gloucestershire CCC as well.

In an official statement, the club confirmed the return of Amir and at the same time expressed their pleasure in the signing.

“Gloucestershire is pleased to announce that former Pakistan International bowler Mohammad Amir is to return to BS7.

“The 30-year-old left-arm pace bowler will be available for selection for The Shire’s remaining T20 Vitality Blast matches and comes in as a replacement for fellow countryman Naseem Shah,” Gloucestershire said in a statement.

Welcome to back, @iamamirofficial 😍

We are delighted to announce that Pakistan pace bowler Mohammad Amir has rejoined Glos for the remainder of the @VitalityBlast campaign 🙌

Read more ⤵#GoGlos 💛🖤

— Gloucestershire Cricket (@Gloscricket) June 16, 2022

 

It is pertinent to mention here that Amir will be in action in the Vitality Blast after three years as the left-arm pacer last represented Essex in the 2019 edition.

READ: South Africa crush Thailand in the opening round of Pool World Cup

BRISTOL: Pakistan’s right-arm speedster Naseem Shah, who is representing Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in the ongoing County Championship 2022, will miss his side’s fixtures in April and May due to a shoulder injury.

The right-arm pacer, who suffered a shoulder injury in his debut match in the County Cricket, has been forced to miss the side’s remaining fixtures in April and May.

Naseem’s county club Gloucestershire, released an official statement regarding his fitness update and confirmed that the prior will be out of action for two months.

“Fast bowler Naseem Shah has been ruled out of Gloucestershire’s remaining County Championship games in April and May after picking up an injury to his shoulder,” the statement read.

Fitness update: Naseem Shah#GoGlos 💛🖤

— Gloucestershire Cricket (@Gloscricket) April 20, 2022

 

Gloucestershire further shared that the 19-years-old pacer will undergo rehabilitation with the club’s medical team here.

“Naseem will undergo this process of rehabilitation in Bristol with the Gloucestershire medical team and will return to first-team action in time for the T20 Vitality Blast campaign,” the statement added.

The Pakistan and Gloucestershire quick suffered a shoulder injury in the opening round of the County Championship. #CountyCricket2022 pic.twitter.com/aA45B67ECS

— Wisden (@WisdenCricket) April 20, 2022

 

It is pertinent to mention here that Naseem could only bowl in the first innings of the match, bowling 11 overs and picking up one wicket for 41 runs.

READ: Injury haunts Pakistan’s pacer Naseem in County Championship