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CENTURION: Pakistan’s captain Babar Azam believes that the Men in Green are the favourites in the upcoming South Africa series, saying that they would opt for a fearless approach going forward.
“We will try to play fearless cricket. We will try certain combinations for longer which will bear results,” the skipper said while addressing a virtual press conference today (Thursday).
He believed that a flurry by the finishers in the side could lead Pakistan to scores above 300. “We are trying to play ‘modern-day cricket’ for the upcoming event. We will start strong. If our finishers fire, we can reach a total above 300,” Babar added.
“It is all about the momentum and we are working on our power-hitting. The players are learning. Contributions from the top four are always vital. Fakhar Zaman, Imamul Haq and Mohammad Rizwan are in great form and we will see the difference,” he added.
Talking about the bowling unit, Babar said, “Our bowling has the ability to restrict any side below 300, while Faheem Ashraf and Shadab Khan bring results through their all-round performance.”
The skipper said he had a team combination in his mind, however, there might be some changes. “All the players are the top-performers, but there’s a plan for every player, including former skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed,” he added. The first ODI between South Africa and Pakistan will be played on Friday, April 2, in Centurion.