Faisal Iqbal: “Domestic performer Kamran Ghulam is going onwards and upwards”
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Former Pakistan cricketer Faisal Iqbal has lauded middle order batsman Kamran Ghulam for his outstanding performances since getting proper opportunities to play international cricket.
Ghulam had an immediate impact in his Test debut against England in October 2024, scoring a breathtaking 118.
After that, he featured in Pakistan’s three-match ODI series against Australia and scored five runs the one time he batted.
He saw more batting time in the three ODIs against Zimbabwe and showcased his talent, amassing 120 runs, which included a career-best 103, at an average of 60.
As for the tour of South Africa, the 29-year-old from Upper Dir finished with 67 runs in three ODIs at an average of 22.33.
In the Test series that followed, he finished with 98 runs, which included a top score of 54, at an average of 24.50.
“Domestic performer Kamran Ghulam is going onwards and upwards,” Faisal said on X, formerly known as Twitter.
The men in green ended up losing the Test series against South Africa 2-0.
Pakistan’s next assignment will be a two-Test series against the West Indies, which will be held in Karachi and Multan from January 16 to 28.
Pakistan Squad for West Indies Test Series: Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Imam-ul-Haq, Kamran Ghulam, Kashif Ali, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper), Noman Ali, Rohail Nazir (wicketkeeper), Sajid Khan, Salman Ali Agha
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