- Matthew Hayden says that the world is going to see something very special from Babar Azam.
- It is said that the special thing about Pakistan is that they make great comebacks in big matches.
- He added that Pakistan has a dangerous combination of four fast bowlers.
Sydney: Pakistan team mentor Matthew Hayden called the captain. Babur Azam A “special player”, warns critics not to be surprised when the captain delivers in big matches.
Addressing a press conference in Sydney, Hayden compared Babar to former Australian wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist who suffered a bad hamstring during the 2007 ODI World Cup but led the team to victory in the final.
“There is no question that Babar has faced some difficulties but this will make him an even bigger player,” he said.
“We know with the weather that when it’s cold there are often storms, so look out the rest of the world because I think we’re going to see something special from Babar.”
Hayden said that the special thing about Pakistan is that they make great comebacks in big matches.
“When the Netherlands beat South Africa it was a big moment for us, a really big moment for the team in general to reach its potential,” he said on the eve of the semi-final in Sydney.
“A lot of prayers as Pakistan wakes up to this result, 232 million people can’t be wrong, and as a result, I feel our group has improved a lot in momentum.
“It’s been a rollercoaster … but I really believe we have yet to play our best game, which is a huge threat to the opposition.”
Talking about fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, Hayden said that he is back on pace after his injury. He said that Pakistan has a dangerous combination of four fast bowlers.
The patron said the Sydney Cricket Ground was suitable for Asian players, however New Zealand They have beaten Australia on this ground which makes them a dangerous team. He said that the bowling attack of the Kiwis is dangerous and experienced.
Pakistan’s semi-final is tomorrow (Wednesday) against the Black Caps in Sydney.
— with additional input from AFP.