Despite the lukewarm reception of the Pakistan Super League 2024 among live audiences, Imad Wasim has emerged as a standout performer. Representing Islamabad United, Wasim played a pivotal role in their championship victory this season. His remarkable performances, particularly in the crucial knockout matches, garnered attention, even from the officials of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), despite the absence of spectators in the stadiums.
Shadab Khan on Imad Wasim:
Islamabad United’s skipper, Shadab Khan, has encouraged Imad Wasim to reconsider his retirement and participate in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024. Khan emphasized that Wasim’s bowling style would thrive in the conditions expected in the West Indies and USA, presenting him as a formidable asset for the national team. Despite Wasim’s decision to retire from international cricket, his potential impact in franchise cricket could make him a valuable addition to the national squad.
Shadab said, “ I want to, in fact, when Imad made the decision, I had also talked to him that I didn’t want him to leave. Because Pakistan needs players like him. God willing, if there is a discussion with him, hopefully he will come back because the World Cup is approaching and the way he is performing and his experience in CPL (Caribbean Premier League), Pakistan definitely needs him.”
Imad Wasim’s Impact in PSL Season 9:
Imad Wasim showcased his all-round prowess in Islamabad United’s crucial encounters, particularly in the final against Multan Sultans. He played a pivotal role in restricting the Sultans to 159 runs by claiming a fifer. Wasim’s contribution wasn’t limited to bowling; he also made a valuable unbeaten 19 runs during United’s chase.
His impact wasn’t confined to the final; Wasim’s presence was felt in the Eliminators as well. Against Quetta Gladiators, he took three crucial wickets, displaying his bowling prowess. In Eliminator 2, he showcased his batting skills with an unbeaten 59*(40), turning the tide in United’s favor.
With the T20 World Cup 2024 looming in June, Wasim’s performances have surely sparked discussions among PCB officials. His potential comeback to the national team is being deliberated, considering his recent displays in franchise cricket.
Wasim’s versatility as an all-rounder, contributing significantly with both bat and ball, makes him a valuable asset. If he chooses to return to international cricket, his form in the Pakistan Super League 2024 will undoubtedly enhance his prospects for national selection, providing Pakistan with a potent weapon for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
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