Day: January 31, 2022

Multan Sultans continued their winning run in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 7 as they defeated Quetta Gladiators by 6 runs. Multan became the first side in PSL 2022 to successfully defend their total and as a result, they maintained their top spot in the PSL points table. Similarly, Quetta also maintained their third spot in the points table despite losing the match.

Multan batters managed to stay put in a sluggish pitch at National Stadium Karachi with opener Shan Masood playing yet another magnificent half-century. Late fireworks from Tim David and Khushdil Shah helped them to a respectable total of 174/4.

Quetta managed to cruise along the run-chase until Imran Tahir and Khushdil Shah struck back in the middle phase of the innings. Quetta’s run-chase faltered as they lost wickets at regular intervals. Iftikhar Ahmed staged an epic comeback for Quetta as he struck Imran Khan Sr. for 24 runs in the 17th over. Despite his best efforts though, Multan managed to hang on and win their third successive match in the tournament.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Australia’s legendary fast bowler, Brett Lee is all praise for Pakistan captain, Babar Azam. In a video shared by former Pakistan pace star, Shoaib Akhtar, Brett Lee can be seen lauding Babar Azam’s batting style, as he terms his cover drive as ‘the best cover drive in the world.’

There are often comparisons between Babar Azam and Virat Kohli especially because of the elegant cover drive the two possess. Lee’s comments will further fuel the debate, however, he has had his say on the matter, declaring Babar’s cover drive as the best in cricket.

Appreciating the 27-year-old star batsman, Brett Lee said, “What a technique. What an amazing technique.” Talking to Shoaib Akhtar, Brett Lee added, “When you talk about cover drives, I think he could have the best cover drive in the world cricket.”

Stylish Pakistan batsman has earned reputation for his strokeplay with the bat, among which drive through the covers is top-class. Known for his class, Babar Azam has garnered plenty of appreciation from all around the globe but Brett Lee acknowledging him as the best player of the cover drive is surely something to make the headlines.

Star Pakistani batsman is currently the world’s top batsman in both limited-overs formats. However, in the Test cricket rankings, he is at ninth position but he continues to impress everyone with his classy playing style.

Source: Pro Pakistani