Iqbal Qasim: “He showed class and shut his critics’ mouths with an outstanding performance”

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Former Pakistan left-arm spinner Iqbal Qasim believes that batsman Haris Sohail has “shut his critics’ mouths”.

Qasim’s comments come after Haris was named Man of the Match in Pakistan’s World Cup clash against South Africa on Sunday for smashing a 59-ball 89, which included nine boundaries and three sixes.

Haris’ superb performance helped Pakistan win the match by 49 runs and keep their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup semi-finals alive.

“I must give credit to Haris Sohail [for] the way he batted with complete authority, despite being badly ignored in the tournament,” Qasim told The Nation. “He showed class and shut his critics’ mouths with an outstanding performance. He must carry on with the good work as his role in the middle order is highly crucial because the team revolves around him.

“Babar (Azam), Fakhar (Zaman) and Imam (ul-Haq) should also provide decent partnerships to ensure Pakistan score big totals in the remaining matches.”

Pakistan’s next World Cup match will be against New Zealand at Edgbaston on Wednesday.

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