Islamabad: In a recent development, Quetta Gladiators’ fast bowler Mohammad Amir has garnered attention for his positive comments regarding Peshawar Zalmi’s captain Babar Azam’s outstanding century against Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024.
Babar Azam’s remarkable century, which led Peshawar Zalmi to a thrilling eight-run victory over Islamabad United at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on February 26, has been widely praised in the cricketing world.
Despite his previous criticism of Babar Azam, Mohammad Amir has now expressed his admiration for the Peshawar Zalmi skipper’s performance in an interview. He emphasized that he holds no personal grudge against Babar Azam and highlighted their positive relationship forged through cricket.
“I have no personal enmity with Babar [Azam]. We have played cricket together, and we have a good relationship,” Mohammad Amir stated in a report.
He commended Babar Azam for showcasing his abilities beyond his usual playing style, emphasizing the significance of this development for Pakistan cricket. Mohammad Amir particularly praised Babar Azam’s willingness to step out of his comfort zone and expand his range of shots.
“The way he played his last innings and the shots he played; I always used to tell him to play outside his comfort zone. It is a very good sign for Pakistan cricket that he has developed those shots,” Mohammad Amir remarked.
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Looking ahead, Mohammad Amir expressed his hope that Babar Azam would continue to deliver such exceptional performances in the future, thereby contributing positively to Pakistan cricket.
