I Personally Like Facing Jofra Archer And Jasprit Bumrah: Fakhar Zaman

Updated - 08 Mar 2020, 08:15 PM

Fakhar Zaman
Fakhar Zaman. Credit: Getty Images

Pakistan’s young exciting batsman Fakhar Zaman has gone on to say that he likes playing Jofra Archer and Jasprit Bumrah. Considering the quality bowlers that both Archer and Bumrah are, this certainly seems to be an exciting statement.

Although Zaman has not had the opportunity to play a lot of games against both these bowlers, he believes he has a particular liking in facing Archer and Bumrah. Zaman is one of the most promising talents Pakistan have produced in recent times.

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The left-hander is the only batsman from the Asian country to score an ODI double century. he achieved this feat against Bangladesh and has a great record in the shortest format of the game as well.

Fakhar Zaman Opens Up On Jasprit Bumrah And Jofra Archer

“All bowlers are good in international cricket. All of them are tough to face. I personally like Jofra Archer and Jasprit Bumrah. Mitchell Starc is another bowler that I enjoy facing. They are the kind of bowlers who are different than everyone else. When you face them, it is a different experience. I have enjoyed facing a lot of bowlers especially spinners because the wickets used in international cricket are very flat. The ball doesn’t turn too much because of that,” Zaman was quoted by Cricket Pakistan.

Fakhar Zaman, Pakistan vs Australia 2018
Fakhar Zaman (Credits – Getty)

Zaman Opens Up On His PSL 2020 Stint

Zaman has opened up on his stint with the Lahore Qalandars in PSL 2020. He said he is aware of fans’ frustration with their performances. Lahore Qalandars have never won the PSL trophy and are currently at the bottom of the points table with 2 wins from 6 matches, earning 4 points.

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Asif Ali-Faheem Ashraf stitched a match-winning partnership. (Credits – Twitter)

“They are disappointed because they love us so much. It is in our hands to work hard and earn their love once more. I am working hard and I will try to earn back that love in the PSL. It’s [opening and living up to expectations] is not that hard, to be honest. It depends on your form and how you carry yourself,” he added.

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