Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

[Antumul_alona]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

@the game

P.S: I predict a series loss right now, and this time I’m sure I’m not getting eggs on my face. Shoaib was the threat that would have prevented Smith from even thinking about genuinely bouncy tracks. That threat is gone now, thanks to our Kaptaan sahab who holds a grudge like a 12 year old girl.

Game…do u have exp. with that…?

[fkhan2]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

@Cricketfan

I dont understand why Pakistan keep trying Asim Kamal, except bringing in a left hand batsman in the middle order, I dont see any future asset in Asim. He is old and may not be a good option except filling in the qouta for Karachi, in that case it will be better to keep Faisal, he is young and could be a good future. I dont' agree that he didnt do well. When ever he got a chance I think he played good knocks under pressure, agaist spin as well as fast in recent Eng series.

Since Captain1 has already answered you regarding Sami, so I will not waste my time on Sami (already we have wasted much).

Tell me honestly if you have ever seen playing Asim Kamal? After a very long time we got a player with the required test match temperament, which is something you don't see in a typical Pakistani stroke player. Did you see him playing in Lahore against Saffies where he scored 99, than later against India with his gritty 73 or his 87 against Aussies ay Sydney or his 91 against India at Mohali? The guy has 8 fifties in his 12 test matches so far.

So far in his 12 test match career, he has shown that he can play with composure in any situation with recognized batsmen as well as tailenders. He has showed the potential of becoming what Rahul Dravid is for India, but unfortunately couldn't retain a spot in the side on regular basis. One of the major reasons is the presence of Inzi, Yousuf and Younis in the middle order. Once after Inzi departs, I hope to see Asim Kamal as someone who would be replacing him in the test side.

[fkhan2]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

@Rock_Express

Here is the link to the report: Dawn.

Even coach Bob Woolmer was recently quoted as saying that he would prefer a half-fit, out-of-form Shoaib to the luckless Mohammad Sami whose record is one of the worst in international cricket.

Former South African players Allan Donald and Daryll Cullinan also expressed their surprise at the shock omission of Shoaib Akhtar recently during the Durban Test against India and called for Pakistan selectors to have a rethink on the decision.

“Which team can afford to leave out a bowler of Shoaib’s calibre and pace?” asked Donald while commenting on Pakistan’s chances on the tour. “If he is available and fit, he should be the prime candidate for the series because of the faster, bouncier tracks here. Smith’s men must be feeling quite relieved with the announcement indeed,” said Donald, the most successful fast bowler ever to have played for Proteas.

:hoonh:

[Antumul_alona]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

If this grudge thing is true....and not propa - ganda (like urdu ganda )
then it is a real pitty indeed that even after all this "so called" deen influence people can't get over basic pride and ego issues..

I think the real reason might be that Shoaib brings with him an air of rebellion into the camp/team. So its harder to captain the side for Inzimam who is not a very vocal guy.

And let not the INZI bashers get any ideas from what I said. I am not changing sides or anything. I still believe INZI is the best choice for captain right now and he is one of our finest batsmen.

[ehsan]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

With Shoaib's exclusion the SA disco owners must be really upset.

[SalmanNY]

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@ehsan

With Shoaib's exclusion the SA disco owners must be really upset.

:D

ehsan bhai, The Game bhai marein gaye. Buri Baat !

[Rock_Express]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

@ehsan

With Shoaib's exclusion the SA disco owners must be really upset.

:D

[Antumul_alona]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

@ehsan

With Shoaib's exclusion the SA disco owners must be really upset.

lolz...
pathetically true...
:D

[Cricketfan]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

@fkhan2

Since Captain1 has already answered you regarding Sami, so I will not waste my time on Sami (already we have wasted much).

Tell me honestly if you have ever seen playing Asim Kamal? After a very long time we got a player with the required test match temperament, which is something you don't see in a typical Pakistani stroke player. Did you see him playing in Lahore against Saffies where he scored 99, than later against India with his gritty 73 or his 87 against Aussies ay Sydney or his 91 against India at Mohali? The guy has 8 fifties in his 12 test matches so far.

So far in his 12 test match career, he has shown that he can play with composure in any situation with recognized batsmen as well as tailenders. He has showed the potential of becoming what Rahul Dravid is for India, but unfortunately couldn't retain a spot in the side on regular basis. One of the major reasons is the presence of Inzi, Yousuf and Younis in the middle order. Once after Inzi departs, I hope to see Asim Kamal as someone who would be replacing him in the test side.

I have seen him play, and no doubt I like his temperament, technique and especially being a left hander in the middle order, but I was only talking about giving chances and grooming a youngster, some one teen or early twenties. Looking at Aussies selection of Mike Hussey, I think Asim at the age of 30 could contribute to the team if he keeps his fitness and could play for next 6 years.

Until Pakistan find another pacer of speed in 140 k, I will still support Sami in the absence of Shoaib.

[GoldenAsif]

Re: Pakistani Squad for SA announced.

@ehsan

With Shoaib's exclusion the SA disco owners must be really upset.

so true :D