Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has named two players who he believes should have been part of Pakistan’s World Cup 2023 squad: wicketkeeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed and all-rounder Imad Wasim.
Pakistan’s World Cup 2023 squad has been announced, and there are a few notable omissions. One of the most talked-about exclusions is that of wicketkeeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed. Ahmed was the captain of Pakistan when they won the 2017 Champions Trophy, and he has a wealth of experience at the international level. He is also a very good batsman, and he would have provided Pakistan with a solid middle-order option.
Another player who could have been included in the squad is all-rounder Imad Wasim. Wasim is a very good left-arm bowler, and he is also a useful batsman. He would have been a valuable asset to Pakistan in the World Cup, especially in the spinning conditions that are expected in India.
So why were these two players omitted from the squad? The selectors have said that they wanted to go with a younger and more dynamic squad. However, many fans believe that Ahmed and Wasim should have been included, given their experience and quality.
Why Sarfaraz Ahmed should have been part of the squad
Sarfaraz Ahmed is a very experienced player, and he has a proven track record at the international level. He is also a very good batsman, and he would have provided Pakistan with a solid middle-order option.
Ahmed was the captain of Pakistan when they won the 2017 Champions Trophy, and he led the team in a very successful manner. He is a very good leader, and he would have been a valuable asset to Pakistan in the World Cup.
Ahmed is also a very good wicketkeeper. He is very safe behind the stumps, and he is also a very good fielder. He would have been a valuable addition to Pakistan’s team in the World Cup.
Ahmed’s batting form:
Ahmed has been in good batting form in recent months. He scored a century in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) earlier this year, and he has also been scoring runs consistently in domestic cricket.
Ahmed is a very versatile batsman. He can play both spin and pace bowling very well. He is also a very good accumulator of runs, and he can hold down an end for Pakistan.
Ahmed’s leadership skills:
Ahmed is a very good leader. He is very calm and composed on the field, and he is able to motivate his teammates. He is also a very good tactician, and he is able to make good decisions under pressure.
Why Imad Wasim should have been part of the squad
Imad Wasim is a very good left-arm bowler, and he is also a useful batsman. He would have been a valuable asset to Pakistan in the World Cup, especially in the spinning conditions that are expected in India.
Wasim is a very good bowler of spin. He is able to turn the ball both ways, and he is also able to bowl with good variation. He is also a very good wicket-taker, and he would have been a threat to the opposition batsmen in the World Cup.
Wasim is also a useful batsman. He is able to score runs at a good pace, and he is also able to bat for long periods of time. He would have been a valuable asset to Pakistan’s middle-order in the World Cup.
Wasim’s bowling form:
Wasim has been in good bowling form in recent months. He took 14 wickets in the PSL earlier this year, and he has also been taking wickets consistently in domestic cricket.
Wasim is a very versatile bowler. He is able to bowl both spin and pace bowling very well. He is also a very good death bowler, and he would have been a valuable asset to Pakistan in the World Cup.
Wasim’s batting form:
Wasim is also in good batting form in recent months. He scored a half-century in the PSL earlier this year, and he has also been scoring runs consistently in domestic cricket.
Wasim is a very versatile batsman. He is able to score runs at a good pace, and he is also able to bat for long periods of time. He would have been a valuable asset to Pakistan’s middle-order in the World Cup.
Conclusion:
Sarfaraz Ahmed and Imad Wasim are two very good players who should have been part of Pakistan’s World Cup 2023 squad. They are both experienced players with a proven track record at the international level. They would have been valuable assets to Pakistan in the World Cup, especially in the spinning conditions that are expected