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[PICTURES/VIDEOS] Ali Raza: A genuine quick bowler from Sheikhupura

1/60 in 4 overs today

lad conceded 28 in the last over otherwise, he was looking good

but also bowled 6 no-balls this PSL. the most of any bowler

good raw talent but clearly has a lot to work on
 
He got worse as the tournament progressed. Clearly needs more first class and A Cricket exposure
 
Heard or read somewhere that Mohammad Amir gave him his first pair of spikes before he went off to the u19 World Cup

Really nice to see this.
 
Started really well, but till the end, he showed his inexperience. Pace is not gonna take you anywhere if you don't have awareness to use it properly. Anyway, still a great talent that needs proper guidance.
 
Started really well, but till the end, he showed his inexperience. Pace is not gonna take you anywhere if you don't have awareness to use it properly. Anyway, still a great talent that needs proper guidance.
He is going to be much better in tests than in t20s.
 
Rising fast bowler Ali Raza's media talk during phase two of the NCA Skills Development Camp in Lahore

I trust my hard work. Just like I performed before with the help of Allah and through hard work, I'm here now. I'll continue working hard here as well. God willing, I will do something better — for you all and for the country.

I don't want to talk too much. I just want to perform for the team. Wherever I get the opportunity, I’ll give my best.

Every bowler has some weaknesses. I'm trying to improve my own shortcomings. This is my first camp, and I'm trying to learn as much as I can — giving my hundred percent.

It's an honor for me when such great legends and top commentators talk about me. It makes me happy. I thank them and try to prove them right by working hard and doing my best for my country.

Every bowler has a unique strength — like Waqar Bhai’s yorker. I also want to be that kind of bowler who is known for something special. If I bowl a yorker, it should hit the mark. If I bowl a length ball, it should be perfect. I’m working hard to become a complete bowler. God willing, I will give my best.

What I want to develop is the ability to bowl in all situations. With the new ball, you have to be consistent in one area. In the death overs or middle overs, you need to know how to bowl according to the conditions — whether it's Asia or anywhere else.

Whether it’s bowling off the back foot or bowling bouncers — every bowler should try everything. I believe in myself and in my hard work. God willing, I will give my 100%.

Babar Bhai appreciated me a lot. Even if I gave runs, he backed me and said, "You’re good, you can do it." The entire Peshawar Zalmi management supported me. When people believe in you and stand behind you, you naturally give it your all.

I try my best to perform whenever I get a chance. It feels great when your captain backs you and says, “You can do it.” That boosts your confidence.

Every bowler has their own identity. I want to build my own unique identity. I want to do something for my country. I want the qualities I have to be unique. I also try to adopt the good traits I see in others and give my best through hard work.

It means a lot to me that my city has produced great legends — like Rana Bhai, Mohammad Asif, and Aqib Bhai. It feels amazing to see them and be seen by them. I try my best to follow their footsteps and, God willing, become someone who can also contribute to the country.

Source: PCB
 
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