Previous Indian opener Aakash Chopra has named his unequaled Pakistan One-day International (ODI) side, involving 12 players, in light of their viability in the 50-over organization.
Chopra picked exquisite left-hander Saeed Anwar and Asian Bradman Zaheer Abbas as the initial pair.
“Saeed Anwar was a very rich player and had the disposition to play long innings. He was a match-champ and, as Indian fans, we were terrified of him since he could hurt you with his batting,” said Chopra. “Close by Anwar, I would pick Zaheer Abbas who was likewise an eminent player.”
Previous Pakistan chiefs Inzamamul Haq and Javed Miandad were opened in at number three and four positions, individually.
“Inzamam was a top-class player regardless of some wellness concerns. He was similarly acceptable against, both, turn and pace,” he said. “Javed Miandad was additionally a fabulous player and his bat used to move like a hockey stick. He was acceptable at draining singles yet in addition had the capacity to hit big cheeses.”
Commander of Pakistan’s triumphant 1992 World Cup side, Imran Khan, and colorful all-rounder Shahid Afridi were likewise remembered for the side.
“Imran Khan was an extraordinary pioneer and quality all-rounder,” he said. “Shahid Afridi was a hit and miss, by and large, in the batting division however he turned into an extremely compelling bowler as his profession advanced. He was additionally a decent defender.”.
Moin Khan was chosen as the group’s wicketkeeper while all-rounder Abdul Razzaq, who is considered by numerous individuals as Pakistan’s best finisher, additionally figured out how to jump on the rundown.
“Moin Khan was a sure thing behind the stumps and had a decent comprehension of the game. His persistent prattle from behind the stumps made it things hard for the individual batting,” he said. “I would incorporate Abdul Razzaq at number eight. He was a decent bowler however more critically he showed players how to play top dogs by clearing your front leg.”
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Unbelievable quick bowling trio of Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis and Shoaib Akhtar were likewise part of this world class rundown of players. In the interim, Saqlain Mushtaq was picked as the group’s just bleeding edge spinner.
“Wasim Akram was a finished bundle. He was acceptable at bowling with the old ball or the new ball while additionally scoring speedy runs with the bat,” he said. “Waqar Younis was another match-champ particularly in view of his converse swing.”
“Saqlain is my one forefront spinner since you as of now have Shahid Afridi in the side. He was a generally excellent bowler and was the designer of Doosra,” he included. “At last I will incorporate my old buddy Shoaib Akhtar in the rundown.”
Aakash Chopra’s unequaled Pakistan XII
Saeed Anwar, Zaheer Abbas, Inzamamul Haq, Javed Miandad, Imran Khan, Shahid Afridi, Moin Khan, Abdul Razzaq, Wasim Akram, Saqlain Mushtaq, Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar.