After Pakistan’s narrow defeat in the second T20I against the West Indies, all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz shared his thoughts on the team’s performance, highlighting positives and expressing hope for stronger displays in upcoming matches – especially with the bat.
“Bowling Has Been Strong, Batting Needs to Catch Up” – Nawaz
Speaking after the match in Florida, Mohammad Nawaz admitted that while his bowling performances have been consistent, he’s still looking to contribute more with the bat.
“I’m happy with my bowling in both matches,” Nawaz said. “But I haven’t delivered with the bat yet. I’m hopeful that my batting will improve just like my bowling has.”
Playing According to Team Needs in Tough Conditions
Nawaz emphasized that he’s focusing on fulfilling the team’s requirements based on the challenging conditions in Florida. He pointed out the importance of adaptability, especially when runs are hard to come by.
“The pitch here is slow and helps spinners. I’m trying to play according to what the team needs in these conditions,” he explained.
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Praise for Hasan Nawaz and Agha Salman
The all-rounder praised Hasan Nawaz and Agha Salman for their composed batting under pressure, acknowledging their crucial roles in keeping Pakistan competitive.
“Credit goes to Hasan Nawaz and Agha Salman for the way they batted in tough conditions,” he said. “They showed good temperament and helped us put up a fighting total.”
Bowlers Fought Till the End Despite Low Total
Despite defending a low score of 134, Nawaz commended the collective effort from Pakistan’s bowlers. He highlighted how the spin-friendly pitch helped create pressure but acknowledged that the match slipped away in the final overs.
“The bowlers showed fight and took the match to the last ball, even with a small target to defend,” he noted.
Looking Ahead
With one match left in the series, Nawaz remains confident and hopeful that Pakistan will bounce back. His focus remains on delivering all-round performances and supporting the team in both departments.
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