Babar Azam all praise for the Lanka Premier League
Cricket
There is a very good mix of talented young and senior players
(Web Desk) - Pakistan batter Babar Azam admired the Lanka Premier League after his brilliant batting display for Colombo Strikers, who won a last-over thriller against Galle Titans.
Babar Azam was in breathtaking form, scoring 104 runs in just 59 balls, while the exceptional Pathum Nissanka assisted with a critical knock of 54 runs in 40 balls. In the dying embers of the run chase, Mohamad Nawaz swiftly scored 14 runs in just four deliveries to propel the Strikers to victory.
Following his match-winning knock, Babar Azam reiterated the importance of the victory and said, "The team really needed this victory. I think the whole team really stepped up to get us this win. We went in with a very positive attitude, not only from the players but from the coach as well, and I think that helped us secure the points."
Babar also reflected on his time at the Lanka Premier League and how it will be a launchpad for the upcoming international tournaments. "This is a very good league; cricket has been very competitive.
There is a very good mix of talented young and senior players. After the Lanka Premier League, we have a bilateral series against Afghanistan, followed by the Asia Cup and the World Cup," he added.
"I am taking it series by series, and every game is an opportunity to prepare. For now, my full focus is on the league," the Pakistan captain continued. Babar claimed the Green Cap after his century knock as he is the highest run scorer so far in this edition of the Lanka Premier League. And the player says he always gives his full effort when he plays. "I love to take on a challenge, and if the team needs me, I will give my 100% on the field. This is my mindset; no matter where I am playing, I always try to give my 100% and enjoy my cricket," Babar concluded.
