Pakistan wicket-keeper batter Mohammad Rizwan played an unforgettable knock against Sri Lanka, leading his team to victory while chasing a challenging target of 345 runs. Rizwan’s unbeaten innings of 131 runs earned him praise from the cricketing world. As Pakistan gears up to face India in Ahmedabad, Rizwan expressed confidence in his team’s momentum after their tough contest against Sri Lanka. He also stated that Pakistan would approach the match against Rohit Sharma’s men with the same plan that brought them success.
During their stay in Hyderabad, where they played two matches, the Pakistan team noticed similarities between the pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium and Rawalpindi. Rizwan described the love and support they received from the crowd in Hyderabad, which included support for the Sri Lankan team as well. He expressed gratitude for the fans and their enthusiasm for cricket.
Rizwan also shared an interesting conversation he had with the pitch curator in Hyderabad, who predicted that the pitch would be favorable for batting. The curator even encouraged Rizwan to score two centuries on that ground. This conversation gave Rizwan and the team confidence in their approach.
Speaking about the hospitality they received in Hyderabad, Rizwan acknowledged the warm welcome they received upon their arrival in India. He compared the crowd support to that of Rawalpindi, expressing his happiness and appreciation for the fans’ enthusiasm.
As Pakistan moves forward in the World Cup 2023, Rizwan’s remarkable performance and the team’s growing momentum will serve as a source of confidence for their upcoming match against arch-rivals India.