Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi believes that Pakistani players could have learned to handle high pressure situations if they had a chance to play in the Indian Premier League. Players from Pakistan have not been part of the IPL since the inaugural edition of the tournament in 2008.
“The IPL is a great brand and I know that if our players like Babar Azam and others have the opportunity to play in it, they will learn to play in pressure situations. Unfortunately, due to existing policies, our players are not getting that great platform, ”Afridi told Pakistani media, according to the PTI news agency. (Total IPL Coverage 2020)
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The former off-roader also said that Pakistani players are in high demand in the T20 leagues around the world.
“Our players are in demand in other leagues around the world and the good thing is that they have their own top league, PSL, to show their talent, gain exposure and share dressing rooms (with the best players),” said Afridi.
When asked about his experience playing in India during his cricket career, Afridi said that he received a lot of love and respect from fans in the country.
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“Without a doubt, from the way that I have enjoyed cricket in India, I have always appreciated the love and respect that I have received from the people of India,” said the former Pakistan starter.
“And now when I speak on social media, I get a lot of messages from India and I reply to a lot of people. I think my overall experience from India has been excellent, ”he added.
(With PTI inputs)
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