Islamabad United’s captain, Shadab Khan, shared insights into his approach to batting and his role as an all-rounder during a post-match press conference. Khan revealed that he perceives himself as a batting all-rounder when he is batting at a certain number, but he adapts to the role of a bowling all-rounder if he bats late in the innings.
Speaking about the upcoming World Cup, Khan acknowledged that it is still far away and emphasized the importance of focusing on his performance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) for now. He expressed confidence in contributing to the team’s success through his performance and hoped to play a lesser role in the batting order.
Addressing a misunderstanding with Shan Masood, Khan clarified that he has always backed Hyder Ali, mentioning that players like Ali perform well when given the opportunity. He reiterated that no one wants to incur losses, implying that his role in the team is determined by his performance in bowling.
Khan highlighted the benefit of being an all-rounder, stating that excelling in one aspect of the game boosts his confidence. He emphasized that while his natural ability lies in bowling, he puts in extra effort in his bowling performances.
Khan emphasized his versatility in cricket, describing his batting ability as natural and expressing his focus on excelling in bowling. His remarks shed light on his adaptability and commitment to contributing to Islamabad United’s success in the PSL and beyond.
