Waqar Younis continues to have high hopes for Naseem Shah, saying that the ILT20 is a great opportunity for the pacer and that the selectors will surely be keeping an eye on him.
The former legendary fast bowler also paid tribute to Mitchell Starc, stating that the Australian can continue playing for another two to three seasons. He added that comparing Wasim Akram and Starc is not possible.
According to details, Naseem Shah played only one match for Pakistan in the triangular series held last month.
He is currently representing Desert Vipers in the ongoing ILT20 in the UAE. Speaking in Dubai, former pacer Waqar Younis said that Naseem Shah remains a talented bowler.
“Sometimes a player loses form, and if he doesn’t perform well, he can be dropped from the team,” he said.
“However, the ILT20 is a good opportunity for Naseem Shah. The selectors always keep an eye on players performing in different leagues, and such performances can pave the way for a comeback.”
Talking about Mitchell Starc, who recently broke Wasim Akram’s record of 414 wickets, Waqar Younis said, “He is 35 years old but still performing brilliantly. I believe Starc can play for another two or three seasons. When he retires, he will remain among the best left-arm pacers in history. Wasim Akram was also a dangerous bowler, but there’s really no comparison between the two — each has his own strengths and weaknesses.”
Waqar Younis praised the ILT20 as a top-quality league, saying that its popularity was evident right from the opening ceremony.
“So many people were eagerly waiting for the event to begin,” he said. “Leagues usually take time to establish themselves, but the ILT20 has made remarkable progress in just four years.
“Saudi Arabia and Kuwait also want to join it, and I’m sure that in the coming years, many more countries will associate themselves with the ILT20, which will further promote the sport in the region.”
The former legendary fast bowler also paid tribute to Mitchell Starc, stating that the Australian can continue playing for another two to three seasons. He added that comparing Wasim Akram and Starc is not possible.
According to details, Naseem Shah played only one match for Pakistan in the triangular series held last month.
He is currently representing Desert Vipers in the ongoing ILT20 in the UAE. Speaking in Dubai, former pacer Waqar Younis said that Naseem Shah remains a talented bowler.
“Sometimes a player loses form, and if he doesn’t perform well, he can be dropped from the team,” he said.
“However, the ILT20 is a good opportunity for Naseem Shah. The selectors always keep an eye on players performing in different leagues, and such performances can pave the way for a comeback.”
Talking about Mitchell Starc, who recently broke Wasim Akram’s record of 414 wickets, Waqar Younis said, “He is 35 years old but still performing brilliantly. I believe Starc can play for another two or three seasons. When he retires, he will remain among the best left-arm pacers in history. Wasim Akram was also a dangerous bowler, but there’s really no comparison between the two — each has his own strengths and weaknesses.”
Waqar Younis praised the ILT20 as a top-quality league, saying that its popularity was evident right from the opening ceremony.
“So many people were eagerly waiting for the event to begin,” he said. “Leagues usually take time to establish themselves, but the ILT20 has made remarkable progress in just four years.
“Saudi Arabia and Kuwait also want to join it, and I’m sure that in the coming years, many more countries will associate themselves with the ILT20, which will further promote the sport in the region.”