Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif stated that Babar Azam nonetheless has an extended option to go to turn into a captain who can deal with strain. He stated that India would be the favourite in opposition to his nation when the 2 groups conflict within the T20 World Cup on Sunday as their crew is extra balanced. The India-Pakistan match to be held in New York is probably the most eagerly awaited match of the continued event being collectively hosted by the US and the West Indies.
“…the main focus is on the match in opposition to India on June 9. Babar (Pakistan captain) might be underneath a number of strain due to the match in opposition to India fairly than performing within the World Cup,” the 55-year-old former wicketkeeper-batsman stated in an unique interview to PTI Video.
He stated, “However he has to study to deal with strain, he ought to study this from Virat and Rohit. They know the right way to take the sport ahead. As a batsman, Babar is without doubt one of the finest, however as a captain and chief, he must study lots.”
Latif stated India have higher spinners and on the premise of present type, Rohit Sharma's males are favourites to win on Sunday.
He stated, “Kuldeep Yadav is a participant who can create issues for the batsmen if he stays match for India all through the World Cup. He’s India's key bowler and likewise the important thing to success. Wanting on the present type and statistics, India is unquestionably forward earlier than June 9.”
Latif additionally identified that Pakistan's preparations are nowhere close to pretty much as good as they have been throughout their robust performances within the 2021 and 2022 editions, when the crew reached the ultimate.
He stated, “The Pakistan crew performs properly in ICC tournaments, however the crew doesn’t look as ready as it’s for 2021 and 2022. The modifications in captaincy, choice committee and gamers after the final ODI World Cup triggered losses.”
He stated, “The crew doesn’t know who their openers might be and no matter they’ve tried has failed miserably.”
Latif lamented the deteriorating situation of Pakistan's bowling, particularly the quick bowlers. He blamed poor health for this.
He stated, “Many bowlers like Shaheen, Naseem, Rauf, Shadab have come again after recovering from harm and now Imad Wasim can be injured. The largest situation is the health of the bowlers.”
He stated, “Former greats like Wasim Akram, Waqar Younus, Mohammad Asif have been a lot fitter than him and by no means missed a Take a look at or ODI match. However these gamers don’t have sufficient health regardless of taking part in in shorter codecs.”
He additionally criticised the collection of bowlers who play the identical position within the crew.
He stated, “…they convey again Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim. Earlier when each these bowlers performed for Pakistan and within the PSL, they used to bowl within the opening overs between 1-4.”
He stated, “Now, Rauf and Shaheen play the identical position, you probably have 4 bowlers with the identical position, then who will bowl within the center overs?”
He praised India for having the appropriate bowling mixture.
He stated, “Take a look at India, they’ve Kuldeep, Axar, Jadeja and Chahal who can bowl within the center overs and even within the opening overs. Pakistan couldn’t develop Abrar Ahmed a lot. If Shadab Khan provides away runs within the center overs, then Pakistan is not going to have a lot cowl.”
Latif additionally questioned the timing of the appointment of South African Gary Kirsten as Pakistan coach.
“The timing of his becoming a member of may be very unsuitable. He joined the crew on Could 19 after his IPL season for Gujarat Titans ended,” Latif stated.
He stated, “He is aware of the gamers solely by their names, however when you’ll play the World Cup, you need to spend at the very least one 12 months with the gamers. He didn’t get this time and the Pakistan Cricket Board is answerable for this.”
Speaking about Virat Kohli, Latif stated, “Virat has a number of followers in Pakistan and the gamers who performed are additionally his followers. As I additionally say that at any time when Sachin used to play first, I by no means wished him to get out.”
He jokingly stated, “The world was paying cash to observe him bat, however I used to be having fun with it without cost, sitting behind the stumps.”
“Virat Kohli is a special participant… Virat is a special participant after this IPL… It will likely be actually fascinating to see the place he bats on this World Cup.” Kohli opened the innings with Rohit in India's first match in opposition to Eire.
Latif stated Babar's stature can even develop however he wants a greater crew round him.
He stated, “Babar is a good participant, however he doesn’t have many gamers supporting him. Virat positively has a bonus as a result of the gamers are round him. However Pakistan doesn’t have that help.”
“Babar solely has Rizwan and generally will get help from Fakhar Zaman. Babar's high quality is way superior to his teammates and I believe this can be a drawback for him.”
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