In anticipation of the much -shuffling collision between arch -rivals India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy on Sunday, Pacer Haris Rauf said that he is ready to consider the legendary Slagman Virat Kohli in the meeting, that famous consecutive sixes hit him in the 2022 T20. World Cup on Melbourne Cricket Ground. Kohli's undefeated 82 In that match, India sent to an iconic victory and his double sixes from Rauf also shot him an abundance of praise on social media and former cricketers.
Reminding that moment, Rauf said that Kohli never teased him because he had overlooked those sixths and added that the former India captain is a world-class player who can take the lead over every bowler in the world.
“Never, Kohli has never said to be a word about hitting and all the conversation on social media is nonsense. Everyone praises Kohli for his batting and he is a world -class player. I always have fun with him,” Rauf told Telecom Asia Sport .
“With his batting of world class, Kohli is a stiff challenge for every bowler and it is the same with me. I enjoy that challenge and when we play against India in Dubai on Sunday, it will be a match with challenges. The best for bowling for He is that you learn a lot of things in that competition, “he added.
The 31-year-old, who recovers from a side voltage, is expected to be fit to play in the tournament opener against New Zealand in Karachi on Wednesday.
“I am recovering well. I have a speed bent in the training session, so it looks good for Wednesday. I am satisfied with myself, but it will be up to management to decide on my recording,” said Rauf.
The Pacer feels that Pakistan has enough spin-bowling options in Khushdil Shah and Salman Agha, despite the only specialized spinner in their team in Abrar Ahmed.
“We don't only have one spinner. We can use Khushdil Shah and Salman Agha and those who are in good shape will be useful,” he said.
“After a long, long time, Pakistan organizes a global event, so it is my wish that I play a role in the team's triumph and we can defend our title,” Rauf added.
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