[VIDEOS] Bring back Imad Wasim!

[topspin]

This is a fine example of blindly looking at stats at face value without any context.

Imad has played over half of his T20I innings at number from 7 to 9 for Pakistan. Shadab on the other hand has played most of his innings batting from 4 to 6.

The other flaw with your argument is we're talking about current affairs. Distant past performances doesn't give you a fair reflection of how good or badly a player will perform today. I'll give you a football analogy so you can see what I mean. It's like saying Rashford for Man Utd is worse than Trossard. Anyone who knows their football recognises that Rashford is the superior player at present.

You conveniently ignored Imad's recent performances. In the PSL he scored over 400 runs from his 10 matches at a strike rate in excess of 170. Shadab played one more game and scored a poultry 135 runs.

Shadab was the highest run getter in the recent series in Sharjah against Afghanistan. Shadab went missing with bat and ball until the dead rubber.

As for Shadab's bowling, it might be good for a mediocre side like Pakistan however Usama Mir is far better than him.

Usama Mir and Imad are two cricketers who've been discarded for Pakistan for quite some time all because they're not part of Babar's clique.

Imad*

 

[topspin]

At the end of the day its performances that matter and as we well know imad has his limitations Hes on the wrong side of 30 and cannot spin the ball so in certain conditions isnt effecrive with the ball at all because of this He also isnt as effective against left hand batsmen

Throw in his poor batting record in t20s where hes been avging 12s and 13s, his toxicity against babar, his lack of fitness etc and you see why he was dropped

You may be a fan of psl performances but its intnls where it matters. PSL isnt any indicator of if someone is good enough in intnl cricket Take Azam khan as an prime example

Shadab has been consistent with his all round performances bat ball or fielding

Imad has a lot of ground to make up in terms of skill if he wants to win the trust back of the captain

I agree that you have to do deliver in internationals to prove your true worth as a player but I will say the standard of cricket in bilateral T20Is is usually significantly lower than what you find in WT20s and some domestic T20 tournaments. This is because most of the top sides play their second string sides.

There was a typo from my last post in relation to who the top scorer was in the Afghanistan series. I was meant say it was Imad who was the top scorer after the 3 matches that were played in Sharjah. So yes I also did take into account recent performances in international cricket.

But I get it you don't like the guy and you're protective of Babar who I regard as a world class test match batsman and potential ATG ODI player in the making. But as a captain and a T20I batsman, he's awful.

 

[Saj]

At the end of the day its performances that matter and as we well know imad has his limitations Hes on the wrong side of 30 and cannot spin the ball so in certain conditions isnt effecrive with the ball at all because of this He also isnt as effective against left hand batsmen

Throw in his poor batting record in t20s where hes been avging 12s and 13s, his toxicity against babar, his lack of fitness etc and you see why he was dropped

You may be a fan of psl performances but its intnls where it matters. PSL isnt any indicator of if someone is good enough in intnl cricket Take Azam khan as an prime example

Shadab has been consistent with his all round performances bat ball or fielding

Imad has a lot of ground to make up in terms of skill if he wants to win the trust back of the captain

You are trying to make Shadab Khan sound as if he spins the ball like Warne and bats like Viv Richards. When in fact he has been rather average especially of late.

 

[shaz619]

Imad aka Gary Sobers is in the team now and he deserves a run, let his performances decide his future. Eventually, the truth will unveil. With Pakistan’s imminent schedule, I see a place for him in T20’s, but it’s all about the ODI WC now and I can’t see him playing a part in that given the ceiling of his skillset, has he played much List A cricket?

 

[MenInG]

Imad aka Gary Sobers is in the team now and he deserves a run, let his performances decide his future. Eventually, the truth will unveil. With Pakistan’s imminent schedule, I see a place for him in T20’s, but it’s all about the ODI WC now and I can’t see him playing a part in that given the ceiling of his skillset, has he played much List A cricket?

His List A record highlighted below

 

[shaz619]

His List A record highlighted below

Numbers are ok but not earth shattering, I think he played in the Pakistan Cup back in 2022 but don’t think he did last winter. If Pakistan have any domestic List A tournies planned before the WC he needs to play those, but besides that he has a golden chance to stake his claim for a WC squad spot if he is picked for any of the ODI games Pakistan will play as I suspect he will be in the squads for those

 

[hitthestump]

Numbers are ok but not earth shattering, I think he played in the Pakistan Cup back in 2022 but don’t think he did last winter. If Pakistan have any domestic List A tournies planned before the WC he needs to play those, but besides that he has a golden chance to stake his claim for a WC squad spot if he is picked for any of the ODI games Pakistan will play as I suspect he will be in the squads for those

Imad is unthreatening with the ball in the middle overs, but on certain tracks and situations he can be a good option with the new ball. His white ball economy is also in his favour - it's outstanding for this era.

Plus it's his batting which i think gets him into the side over Nawaz. He might be an all rounder but he is better than most specialist lower order batsman we have.

 

[MenInG]

[MENTION=2016]Rana[/MENTION] was this you?

Some fans shouting "Imad to ko over do" (Let Imad bowl an over)

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[Rana]

[MENTION=2016]Rana[/MENTION] was this you?

Some fans shouting "Imad to ko over do" (Let Imad bowl an over)

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I am the awaam

 

[MenInG]

Rashid Latif:

"He [Imad] is making a comeback after two years, so he needs to be respected and given confidence"

"I have my objections on Imad’s batting number. He should have come in place of Shadab Khan. Current form is very important and Imad was in great form [with bat] for Karachi Kings. He played at number four or five for his franchise"

 

[daytrader]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">ICYMI: <a href="https://twitter.com/simadwasim?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@simadwasim</a> castles the stumps, sparking off celebrations &#55357;&#56908; <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PAKvNZ?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PAKvNZ</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CricketMubarak?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CricketMubarak</a> <a href="https://t.co/RIqEhNySSZ">pic.twitter.com/RIqEhNySSZ</a></p>— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheRealPCB/status/1647311552327065601?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 15, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

 

[Zaz]

You are trying to make Shadab Khan sound as if he spins the ball like Warne and bats like Viv Richards. When in fact he has been rather average especially of late.

No i havent. All ive stated is overall in t20is his record with both bat and ball is better than imad

Yes shadab isnt perfect and lately hasnt been great but he generally has been good in all 3 facets of the game for pakistan over the years

Back to Imad He has his own skill set and on paper a better batsman than shadab and needs to start to show that in t20s i

 

[gazza619]

I must admit Imad has slightly let himself down with the bat. But even when Imad has average days, you still feel his presence.

 

[Rana]

Pretty silly of Imad today with the bat

He had a lot more time than he thought he did. They will shove him back to number 7 now

 

[DeadlyVenom]

He is a number 7-8 International batsman who can occasionally be promoted to pinch hitter.

We mustn't exaggerate his capabilities.

He should only play in the team as a bowler who bats a bit.

 

[topspin]

Pretty silly of Imad today with the bat

He had a lot more time than he thought he did. They will shove him back to number 7 now

Agreed. He has himself to blame for that. But here's another way to look at it. He's due some low scores. In the PSL he was scoring in every game and also scored the most runs in the Afghanistan series.

 

[Zaz]

Agreed. He has himself to blame for that. But here's another way to look at it. He's due some low scores. In the PSL he was scoring in every game and also scored the most runs in the Afghanistan series.

So thats the excuse why he cant produce in t20 i

PSL? Hardly a tournament of the highest quality

Its the same tourney where the overweight Azam Khan batted like he was Bradman and we all know how good he really is

 

[Saj]

No i havent. All ive stated is overall in t20is his record with both bat and ball is better than imad

Yes shadab isnt perfect and lately hasnt been great but he generally has been good in all 3 facets of the game for pakistan over the years

Back to Imad He has his own skill set and on paper a better batsman than shadab and needs to start to show that in t20s i

I don't like doing player comparisons as each player brings his own values to a side. But if you want to go down this route then Shadab's record is hardly earth-shattering and hardly miles better than Imad's.

 

[topspin]

So thats the excuse why he cant produce in t20 i

PSL? Hardly a tournament of the highest quality

Its the same tourney where the overweight Azam Khan batted like he was Bradman and we all know how good he really is

Lets talk about international white ball cricket.

Imad averages 40+ in ODIs with a commendable strike rate of 110. Are you going to give him any credit for that?

To suggest Imad can only do it in PSL/franchise cricket would be wrong.

 

[zarak]

Lets talk about international white ball cricket.

Imad averages 40+ in ODIs with a commendable strike rate of 110. Are you going to give him any credit for that?

To suggest Imad can only do it in PSL/franchise cricket would be wrong.

That average is good indeed, but it's a bit deceptive. I think he's scored 500 runs in his entire career. If he maintains it and churns out runs, it would be amazing.

 

[topspin]

That average is good indeed, but it's a bit deceptive. I think he's scored 500 runs in his entire career. If he maintains it and churns out runs, it would be amazing.

But he also averages 40+ in FC cricket. I appreciate it's a different format but the overarching point that I'm making here is he's a proper batsman and there's the usual pattern of blind Rizbar cheerleaders who can't give him any credit for his batting.

 

[zarak]

That average is good indeed, but it's a bit deceptive. I think he's scored 500 runs in his entire career. If he maintains it and churns out runs, it would be amazing.

Correction 900 runs in 50 odd games. So it's mostly not outs. Still good but not as good as it appears.

 

[Zaz]

Lets talk about international white ball cricket.

Imad averages 40+ in ODIs with a commendable strike rate of 110. Are you going to give him any credit for that?

To suggest Imad can only do it in PSL/franchise cricket would be wrong.

I ll give him that Hes a better batsman than what he has produced for pakistan in t20s

Imad is a very useful utility player to have in the teams and squads and should be in the reckoning going forward but i expect better from him

 

[zarak]

But he also averages 40+ in FC cricket. I appreciate it's a different format but the overarching point that I'm making here is he's a proper batsman and there's the usual pattern of blind Rizbar cheerleaders who can't give him any credit for his batting.

Agreed he is a proper Batsman but for some reason has not really batted up the order or had any defining innings, barring Afghanistan at the international level. If he is going to extend his career he needs to start churning bigger scores at the international level. Wasted an opportunity today.

 

[topspin]

I ll give him that Hes a better batsman than what he has produced for pakistan in t20s

Imad is a very useful utility player to have in the teams and squads and should be in the reckoning going forward but i expect better from him

I do agree that he's underachieved for Pakistan in T20Is but part of that is also because he's played most of his innings batting from 7 to 9.

If he was given a long run at 5 or 6. His stats would be a lot better.

 

[zarak]

I do agree that he's underachieved for Pakistan in T20Is but part of that is also because he's played most of his innings batting from 7 to 9.

If he was given a long run at 5 or 6. His stats would be a lot better.

I'm guessing you'd like to see him in odis. If you compare him with Haris Sohail who do you think is better. Both are 6th bowler material, Imad is better. Haris is a better batter. Imad probably marginally better in fielding.

 

[topspin]

I'm guessing you'd like to see him in odis. If you compare him with Haris Sohail who do you think is better. Both are 6th bowler material, Imad is better. Haris is a better batter. Imad probably marginally better in fielding.

Haris is the better batsman however I'm not convinced by his mentality, fitness and work ethic.

Imad is one of those players who's probably just above average with his skills however what makes him different to the others in the side is his self-belief to outperform against anyone. I've never seen him flustered. He has that elite mentality and will selflessly try to deliver for the greater good of his team. We also saw that when he was playing for Karachi Kings. Only him and James Vince were batting well in PSL 8. He's got a good record with the bat against England, Australia and South Africa.

Imad and Haris are different type of batsmen. One is a lower middle order player and the other is a number 4 or 5.

Imad is Pakistan's best option at 6. As for number 4, it certainly isn't Rizwan. So his spot and number 5 might be up for grabs.

 

[PakEngFan]

What was the point of dropping Nawaz for this rubbish. Nawaz is capable of scoring 2 off 5. Just like fakhar, azam khan etc his batting is only good in low quality leagues. They get found out in internationals even against so called b or c teams.

 

[PakEngFan]

What is the purpose of Imad?

The scam Imad the darter wasim is back again. He’s is as awful as he used to be.

Can’t bat, can’t bowl and can’t field. What is the purpose of him.

Justice for Nawaz. He’s far better bowler than this darter, miles better fielder and I am sure he can replicate Imad’s 3 runs of 5 ball. Get him gone please.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

The scam Imad the darter wasim is back again. He’s is as awful as he used to be.

Can’t bat, can’t bowl and can’t field. What is the purpose of him.

Justice for Nawaz. He’s far better bowler than this darter, miles better fielder and I am sure he can replicate Imad’s 3 runs of 5 ball. Get him gone please.

Im sure I say his fans say that Imad is neither a batsman or a bowler but just a match winner

He is a decent player but his fans have overhyped him to the moon.

 

[shamaan]

The scam Imad the darter wasim is back again. He’s is as awful as he used to be.

Can’t bat, can’t bowl and can’t field. What is the purpose of him.

Justice for Nawaz. He’s far better bowler than this darter, miles better fielder and I am sure he can replicate Imad’s 3 runs of 5 ball. Get him gone please.

He's a good player but I am not sure what Imad Wasim role is in the side he bowled 1 over today and came in down the order.

 

[gazza619]

One of the very very rare games where the tactician didnt fire with the bat or ball.

Don’t you worry. The tactician will be back.

To be honest babar is not using him properly. He should be opening the bowling instead of that clown Naseem Shah.

 

[Mamoon]

Imad’s best utility in T20 cricket is with the new ball. It was the recipe for Pakistan’s success in the format few years back.

He runs through his overs very quickly and is hard to score off, immediately putting pressure on the batting side.

Shaheen is the best new ball bowler in the world but Naseem is a total drama, so I would like to see Imad open the bowling with Shaheen for a few games and see how he fares.

 

[hitthestump]

One of the very very rare games where the tactician didnt fire with the bat or ball.

Don’t you worry. The tactician will be back.

To be honest babar is not using him properly. He should be opening the bowling instead of that clown Naseem Shah.

Agreed.

The plan should be for Imad to keep one end locked down so Shaheen has a license to go all out attack at the other.

After the powerplay Imad doesn't need to bowl again and spinner duties can be carried out by Shadab and Ifti.

 

[moghul]

Yes, Babar is deliberately wasting Imad by not bowling him in opening overs.

 

[shamaan]

Agreed.

The plan should be for Imad to keep one end locked down so Shaheen has a license to go all out attack at the other.

After the powerplay Imad doesn't need to bowl again and spinner duties can be carried out by Shadab and Ifti.

If Imad bowls in the powerplay then Naseem should be in the xi and should be replaced by Ihsanullah who can bowl at first change or in the middle overs.

 

[adi_62941]

Imad’s best utility in T20 cricket is with the new ball. It was the recipe for Pakistan’s success in the format few years back.

He runs through his overs very quickly and is hard to score off, immediately putting pressure on the batting side.

Shaheen is the best new ball bowler in the world but Naseem is a total drama, so I would like to see Imad open the bowling with Shaheen for a few games and see how he fares.

Half truth/fact. Imad was only successful as opening bowler on UAE pitches. He hasnt performed in any non-UAE pitches. He was smashed in england and even on pakistan pitches when he bowls as an first bowler or even during middle of the innings.

He has been bowling lots of straight bowls recently and he was found out by most of the top batsmen. He used to bowl arm bowl which is not bowling now.

He was a utility player back then post afridi era but now a liability if he dont perform as the lower order batter

 

[MenInG]

Brought in early in the innings on a belter of a wicket and gets the reward!

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[MenInG]

Super effort by Imad

4 overs
3 wickets
19 runs

 

[gazza619]

Like i predicted that the tactician will be back.

Well he is back.

 

[Mamoon]

Half truth/fact. Imad was only successful as opening bowler on UAE pitches. He hasnt performed in any non-UAE pitches. He was smashed in england and even on pakistan pitches when he bowls as an first bowler or even during middle of the innings.

He has been bowling lots of straight bowls recently and he was found out by most of the top batsmen. He used to bowl arm bowl which is not bowling now.

He was a utility player back then post afridi era but now a liability if he dont perform as the lower order batter

He was excellent with the new ball today. He is good with new ball more often than not. As I said, if you are playing him then you have to utilize his bowling in the PP overs.

 

[Firebat]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Best economy-rate for Pakistani bowlers who have bowled 500 or more balls in T20Is:<br><br>Imad Wasim 6.28<br>Saeed Ajmal 6.36<br>Mohammad Hafeez 6.60<br>Shahid Afridi 6.61<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cricket?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Cricket</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakvsNz?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakvsNz</a> <a href="https://t.co/ovywPoUblN">pic.twitter.com/ovywPoUblN</a></p>— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/SajSadiqCricket/status/1649107950802173962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 20, 2023</a></blockquote>
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[MenInG]

Imad's spell in the 4th T20I

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[moghul]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-partner="tweetdeck"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Best economy-rate for Pakistani bowlers who have bowled 500 or more balls in T20Is:<br><br>Imad Wasim 6.28<br>Saeed Ajmal 6.36<br>Mohammad Hafeez 6.60<br>Shahid Afridi 6.61<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cricket?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Cricket</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakvsNz?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakvsNz</a> <a href="https://t.co/ovywPoUblN">pic.twitter.com/ovywPoUblN</a></p>— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) <a href="https://twitter.com/SajSadiqCricket/status/1649107950802173962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 20, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Two of them were chuckers , lets not count them .

 

[Concerned]

Good move to bring him early on when the pacers could not extract anything.

 

[Rana]

He can’t lead the side if he can’t contribute in a playing sense.

It’s the same reason why Imran Khan isn’t captain of the current Pakistan white ball team.

You were saying that he can’t contribute on a playing sense?

 

[gazza619]

Good move to bring him early on when the pacers could not extract anything.

Our pacers rarely extract anything with the new ball except for Shaheen. Imad is a must in white ball.

 

[asadee]

He must always play and bowl with the new ball vs Gori sides. I wouldn't play him vs an India for sure

 

[Rana]

He must always play and bowl with the new ball vs Gori sides. I wouldn't play him vs an India for sure

He was part of the team that beat India in the World Cup

So why would you not play him?

 

[moghul]

Always contributes with bat or ball and many times with both, in WBC.

 

[gazza619]

Imad is a tactician.

I really dont like when guys like Mickey Arthur & Umar Gul are given him advise about strategy.

Let the tactician lead on this and leave your useless strategies for someone else.

 

[moghul]

Imad was once ranked#1 T20 bowler in the world and then ---------------- Mohammad Wasim happened.

 

[Firebat]

He's a must for a subcontinental WC. 5 overs in the powerplay.

 

[Saj]

Imad was once ranked#1 T20 bowler in the world and then ---------------- Mohammad Wasim happened.

Yes the chief selector didn't have much time for Imad did he.

I can't remember the last time Pakistan cricket had a chief selector who didn't have any sort of bias.

 

[gazza619]

Imad just doing Imad things.

 

[Mamoon]

2 overs, 6 runs, 1 wicket.

Naseem would have done the usual 2 overs, 18 runs, 0 wickets and 5 hair flicks.

This is why Imad must open the bowling in T20Is if he is part of the XI. You cannot utilize him to his full potential any other way.

 

[zarak]

2 overs, 6 runs, 1 wicket.

Naseem would have done the usual 2 overs, 18 runs, 0 wickets and 5 hair flicks.

This is why Imad must open the bowling in T20Is if he is part of the XI. You cannot utilize him to his full potential any other way.

15 runs and no wickets

 

[zarak]

Yes the chief selector didn't have much time for Imad did he.

I can't remember the last time Pakistan cricket had a chief selector who didn't have any sort of bias.

Unless you let a computer select the team there will always be bias

 

[gazza619]

I can guarantee Pakistan would have easily won the NZ series if Imad was captain.

He is a tactician. He would have been bold enough to kick out Babar out of his comfort opening position.

 

[moghul]

If its too late to change the captain for ODI, keep Babar, but for T20s let Imad take over.

 

[gazza619]

If its too late to change the captain for ODI, keep Babar, but for T20s let Imad take over.

Better late than never

 

[Saj]

Unless you let a computer select the team there will always be bias

Sometimes I think a computer could do a better job

 

[MenInG]

Imad scored 31 in the fifth and final game of the 5-match series versus New Zealand, but it was his eight wickets at an average of 10.37 during the series that really stood out and the 34-yer-old was rewarded on both the bowler and all-rounder rankings.

Imad jumped inside the top 100 on the list for bowlers and also rises 44 spots to equal 24th on the latest rankings for T20I all-rounders.

 

[Rana]

Economy rate of 5.92 playing 2 matches at Rawalpindi

Guy knows how to bowl in T20s!

 

[gazza619]

Economy rate of 5.92 playing 2 matches at Rawalpindi

Guy knows how to bowl in T20s!

I dont like how he has been forced into this softie culture though, hugging and laughing with team mates. Thats not the Imad I really want.

I want the tactician to grow back his pony and lead the team like how Imran Khan used to.

 

[Rana]

I dont like how he has been forced into this softie culture though, hugging and laughing with team mates. Thats not the Imad I really want.

I want the tactician to grow back his pony and lead the team like how Imran Khan used to.

He needs people to talk to him. They won’t unless he doesn’t try to fit in

 

[shamaan]

Economy rate of 5.92 playing 2 matches at Rawalpindi

Guy knows how to bowl in T20s!

Imad can only bowl in the powerplay that's his strength same with Shaheen he should also bowl 3 overs up front.

 

[MenInG]

He needs people to talk to him. They won’t unless he doesn’t try to fit in

Is Imad some 10 year old?

He is doing what he knows best - which is performing. We don't need dramaybaz but people who perform.

 

[Rana]

Is Imad some 10 year old?

He is doing what he knows best - which is performing. We don't need dramaybaz but people who perform.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do

Imad is smart enough to realise this.

 

[aukhan]

I used to dislike Imad because of Karachi Kings, but he has started to grow on me.
HE is far more useful than the overhyped Shadab.

 

[gazza619]

The tactician will never bowl 8 overs with 55 runs and 0 wickets.

Never…

Not even with his eyes closed…

 

[da_don]

def need imad in the side over agha and nawaz

 

[gazza619]

Mohammad Nawaz still bats and bowls like it is his debut game. Zero progress and maturity over the years.

Bring back Imad Wasim in ODIs!

 

[shamaan]

Imad should be in the side instead of Agha Salman

 

[gazza619]

Imad should be in the side instead of Agha Salman

Agha is a genuine batter and I like him. He plays with flair, he is a bold guy who does not mind taking chances.

Imad’s competition is with Nawaz.

 

[Major]

Nawaz finger snapped.

Now Pakistan will have two options if Nawaz is out of the world cup. Go with one allrounder and full time spinner, in that case its usama mir and shadab, or go with two all rounders, which means Imad Wasim might get added to the squad. The world cup is in India and another spinner wuld be needed if Nawaz is out

 

[gazza619]

Nawaz finger snapped.

Now Pakistan will have two options if Nawaz is out of the world cup. Go with one allrounder and full time spinner, in that case its usama mir and shadab, or go with two all rounders, which means Imad Wasim might get added to the squad. The world cup is in India and another spinner wuld be needed if Nawaz is out

Both Imad & Usama deserve to be in the XI in my opinion.

We need 6 proper bowlers. I know Agha bowled well in the last game but he will be taken to the cleaners against better teams.

 

[Hextro]

The problem with Imad in ODIs has always been that he isn't a wicket-taker. Even if we compare him to someone like Nawaz, Imad averages 14 runs more per wicket with a negligible difference in ER.

Nawaz himself isn't considered much of a wicket-taker.

In India we need a genuine wicket-taking spinner, not one that just comes in to bowl a couple of overs.

I can see why PCB is investing in Usama Mir.

 

[JibranAnsari]

The problem with Imad in ODIs has always been that he isn't a wicket-taker. Even if we compare him to someone like Nawaz, Imad averages 14 runs more per wicket with a negligible difference in ER.

Nawaz himself isn't considered much of a wicket-taker.

In India we need a genuine wicket-taking spinner, not one that just comes in to bowl a couple of overs.

I can see why PCB is investing in Usama Mir.

Imad is a way superior batsman than mohammad nawaz and for a genuine spinner we will be playing shadab anyway and salman agha bowl a few as well. Imad can keep it quite and can score at a very good click which is always more than handy.

 

[Major]

Imad is a way superior batsman than mohammad nawaz and for a genuine spinner we will be playing shadab anyway and salman agha bowl a few as well. Imad can keep it quite and can score at a very good click which is always more than handy.

we need actual bowlers now