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[VIDEOS] Haris Rauf is a habitually unreliable death bowler

Myth #1: Rauf is a quality bowler. Myth busted.

Myth #2: Rauf is a quality white ball bowler. Myth busted.

Myth #3: Rauf is a quality death bowler in white ball cricket. Myth busted.

Myth #4: Rauf is a quality T20 bowler only. This myth will also bust because our fans don’t learn.

Rauf is a terrible bowler in all formats of the game and 2024 should be his last year at this level.
 
Shaheen Shah Afridi about Haris Rauf during the 3rd T20I post-match presser:

“Obviously, when you win, they say that he is your best player, but when you lose, they say that nothing is going right. Even today, if you see that Henry got hit for more than 50 runs and he is their best bowler. In the last match, someone else got hit for 50, so this is the beauty of T20. In such a small ground, you can go for 40, or 50 runs. Haris got hit on some good balls as well. We do understand what we have done wrong. He is our best player in T20 cricket and has the most wickets in this format.”​
 
Kianig89 said:
He has no swing no ability to setup batsman , meaningless wickets at the end n makes the average Joe delude about his ability,
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And gets cheap wickets (boundary catches, miss- hits)when batters are slogging every ball especially in the last few overs. No skills and no brains!
 
Haris Rauf is a club level and at best league level bowler where only 1 or 2 international batsman are in team, this guy is a major factor our bowling is being smacked black and blue in white ball formats
 
Kianig89 said:
Haris Rauf is a club level and at best league level bowler where only 1 or 2 international batsman are in team, this guy is a major factor our bowling is being smacked black and blue in white ball formats
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And our media and fans have already made him a superstar. No doubt, our cricket is in decline.
 
greatest said:
And our media and fans have already made him a superstar. No doubt, our cricket is in decline.
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There are paid journos fake social media accts to laud these players , nobody is interested in actual performance rather the aesthetics and razzmatazz
 
Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf’s haul of five wickets in two matches have lifted him two places to joint-14th in the latest ICC ranking.
 
Mamoon said:
Myth #1: Rauf is a quality bowler. Myth busted.

Myth #2: Rauf is a quality white ball bowler. Myth busted.

Myth #3: Rauf is a quality death bowler in white ball cricket. Myth busted.

Myth #4: Rauf is a quality T20 bowler only. This myth will also bust because our fans don’t learn.

Rauf is a terrible bowler in all formats of the game and 2024 should be his last year at this level.
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Busted already.

New myth: Haris Rauf should bowl outside powerplay, captains not using him wisely.
 
In the World T20 2021 and 2022 Asia Cup, he bowled quite well.

He was hitting good areas. Within 6th stump and a higher percentage on a good length.

Bowled horribly at the World Cup , giving width and getting carted.

Looks like he's bowling with the same indiscipline on thes pitches as well.

Pace is a disadvantage on good batting pitches if you can't hit an area consistently.
 
He was handing it over to Finn Allen yesterday on a platter. He kept bowling the same line and length even after getting blasted for sixes. No variation in pace to deceive the batsman or induce a false shot.
 
He should not be a automatic pick.

Needs to be benched so he can catch up on some sleep.
 
He's definitely having a horrible year time after having a few great series. It's obvious that ex-captain and current captain both have believed in him, so I don't mind if they persist with him a little longer, but international sport has to move on from repeated failures so his time is short.

I don't see any reason why he can't become a better bowler and work on a better slower ball.
 
Haris is good at death but still somehow, Shaheena and team management is persisting with him to open the attack with shaheen. Haris should bowl only in the middle and death else he will go out of the park like this again and again.
 
Champ_Pal said:
He was handing it over to Finn Allen yesterday on a platter. He kept bowling the same line and length even after getting blasted for sixes. No variation in pace to deceive the batsman or induce a false shot.
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He has the same problem as most Pakistan fast bowlers. He can bowl some absolute beauties but he's

a) really dumb
b) got no radar so ball can literally go anywhere
 
It would be better to rest Haris now and persist with Zaman khan because he could be a more lethal death over bowler for Pakistan.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
It would be better to rest Haris now and persist with Zaman khan because he could be a more lethal death over bowler for Pakistan.
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Why rest him now? He skipped the Test series and was forced to come back from the Big Bash. Might as well play him
 
Rana said:
Why rest him now? He skipped the Test series and was forced to come back from the Big Bash. Might as well play him
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Actually i gave him a bit of respect and used a word "rest" else i want management to drop him now as we already have death specialist zaman khan now who can bowl way better than him.
 
The team requires Harris to bowl at the start given there is no Naseem.

If he’s unable to do that then he doesn’t make the team.
 
Had the ability to be one of the best bowlers in the world but has turned into a spray gun Sami version 2
 
Mamoon said:
Myth #1: Rauf is a quality bowler. Myth busted.

Myth #2: Rauf is a quality white ball bowler. Myth busted.

Myth #3: Rauf is a quality death bowler in white ball cricket. Myth busted.

Myth #4: Rauf is a quality T20 bowler only. This myth will also bust because our fans don’t learn.

Rauf is a terrible bowler in all formats of the game and 2024 should be his last year at this level.
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Sad but true has regressed at a rapid rate and needs to stick to bowling fast Yorkers he’s lost that ability aswell. Totally lost the plot since Kohli owned him and hasn’t recovered since then.

Sadly just like his buddy afridi he’s finished and both need to be shown the door. Resting on their laurels and not working hard has finished them
 
Haris should only bowl in the middle and death overs. He is not fit to open the bowling.
 
His econ. this series is almost 12, surely a fundamental flaw selecting a high risk bowler
 
He used to be lethal.

Seems like he lost his good form and/or lost a bit of confidence.
 
sweep_shot said:
He used to be lethal.

Seems like he lost his good form and/or lost a bit of confidence.
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What type of confidence he needs if he is being asked to play every game even though his performance is nothing zero. he is being backed by everyone but his own form is not worth it now.
 
JAV12341 said:
Sad but true has regressed at a rapid rate and needs to stick to bowling fast Yorkers he’s lost that ability aswell. Totally lost the plot since Kohli owned him and hasn’t recovered since then.

Sadly just like his buddy afridi he’s finished and both need to be shown the door. Resting on their laurels and not working hard has finished them
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Never put Shaheen and Rauf in the same sentence. Rauf was never at the same level and never will be.

Shaheen is a top bowler but he is not fully fit and needs to rest for 6-8 months like Bumrah did in 2022.

Rauf never had the same potential. He is a tape ball bowler.
 
Pakistan needs to move on from Rauf. Let him play the T20 leagues around the world
 
Savak said:
Pakistan needs to move on from Rauf. Let him play the T20 leagues around the world
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T20 fast bowling is one of the few areas where Pakistan actually have a lot of options.

Wasim Jnr, Zaman, Abbas Afridi, Ihsanullah all seem better than Rauf and we've still got Naseem to come back.

Rauf should not be an automatic pick anymore. Maybe he shouldn't be in the squad at all.

I genuinely think we could have lost today if he started spraying it around because heads would have dropped and the pressure would be gone.
 
Finally he was dropped and Pakistan wins the game. The problem is, he lets go of all the pressure built by other bowlers at crucial times. 10 11 runs over in such a low-scoring game would be criminal. He was rightly dropped and should go back home to improve.
 
Competition is very tough for Haris Rauf now, SSA is the skipper so his place is confirmed that leaves with only 2 places to be filled by any of these

Naseem, Zaman, WasimJr., Rauf
Out of the quartet, trio is well versed with new ball and old ball also in terms of Econ. All three are better equipped than Rauf so not sure if he cuts into playing XI
 
Needs a kick up the rear and some competition.

I feel he's become complacent and taking his place for granted.
 
In the coming two years, we will see a downfall in the career graph of Haris Rauf. The reason is that he is not focusing on red ball cricket. In the next two years, we will likely see him as a professional franchise cricketer, similar to Mohammad Amir.
 
Haris is on a sharp decline now. If he wants to stay in the circuit he really needs to be more consistent but with such once in a blue moon performances he cant stick around much longer.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
Haris is on a sharp decline now. If he wants to stay in the circuit he really needs to be more consistent but with such once in a blue moon performances he cant stick around much longer.
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Yes he's mince, time to discard and move on from him. Playing another spinner would be more beneficial.
 
Kroll said:
Yes he's mince, time to discard and move on from him. Playing another spinner would be more beneficial.
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After the inclusion of Naseem Shah and Ihsanullah, the pool will get wider for Pakistani bowlers, so I don't think Haris is going to make into XI more frequently now.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
After the inclusion of Naseem Shah and Ihsanullah, the pool will get wider for Pakistani bowlers, so I don't think Haris is going to make into XI more frequently now.
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I hope so, he's touted as some death bowler saviour. Reality is he constantly gets smashed around the park with the odd good performance or picking up cheap wickets at the end when he's already gone for 12+ runs per over.
 
Kroll said:
I hope so, he's touted as some death bowler saviour. Reality is he constantly gets smashed around the park with the odd good performance or picking up cheap wickets at the end when he's already gone for 12+ runs per over.
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A club level bowler with zero skills.
 
Hairs thought that he will earn a place in the team every time because he took it for granted, but the reality is catching onto him now. He is nowhere near finding his spot in the team once Naseem and Ihsanullah are back.
 
While talking to the media in Lahore, Pacer Haris Rauf is confident that Lahore Qalandars can win the PSL-9 for the third time in a row:

"Fans would want us to win again and we will try to execute good performance again."

"There is no such pressure of being defending champions. We will look to entertain the fans by playing exciting cricket."

"I have been playing with Shaheen for a long time, he fights for his team. Be it PSL or national team, Shaheen tries to keep his team relaxed and backs his teammates."

"There is no pressure on me. I will try to improve my performance and secure a place in the team."
 
he has good pace which is a obvious fact but needs to learn skills - if only he could be sent to MRF Pace Foundation for a 30 day stint he would come out as far better bowler or top class guns like Kohli will open him up like a can o soda in crunch situations !!!
 
It would be good to get rid of him now plenty of good replacements available. Abbas Afridi, Ihsanullah, U19 guys etc.
 
He bowled 1/22 (4 overs) I literally don't remember the last time he looked threatening and went for under an economy of 6. This could have been the spell he needed to get back into form but it looks like he may have injured himself after taking a daving catch in the deep.

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Update on Haris Rauf

Haris Rauf, Lahore Qalandars fast bowler, underwent a shoulder scan following an incident during the match against Karachi Kings at Gaddafi Stadium.

He fell awkwardly on his shoulder in the 20th over while completing a catch, prompting immediate medical attention.

The Lahore Qalandars medical team is closely monitoring Haris Rauf's condition, and he is undergoing further assessments. Additional updates will be provided as soon as they become available.

Source: Lahore Qalandars
 
The Bald Eagle said:
Update on Haris Rauf

Haris Rauf, Lahore Qalandars fast bowler, underwent a shoulder scan following an incident during the match against Karachi Kings at Gaddafi Stadium.

He fell awkwardly on his shoulder in the 20th over while completing a catch, prompting immediate medical attention.

The Lahore Qalandars medical team is closely monitoring Haris Rauf's condition, and he is undergoing further assessments. Additional updates will be provided as soon as they become available.

Source: Lahore Qalandars
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The update is that there is no clear update
 
Haris Rauf, Pakistan and Lahore Qalandars' premier fast bowler, will be unavailable for the remainder of the Pakistan Super League after suffering a dislocated shoulder during a narrow defeat against Karachi Kings last night.

He fell awkwardly on his shoulder in the 20th over while completing a stunning catch to dismiss Hasan Ali. Despite the injury, he walked off with his arm strapped and underwent scans. Rauf had an exceptional performance, bowling the most economical four overs last night, conceding 22 runs with one wicket, playing a crucial role in the final over to pull the game.

The medical panel, after consultation, concluded that he needs four to six weeks to recover, forcing him to miss the PSL season.

Sameen Rana, Team Director, stated, “Haris has been a crucial asset to the team's bowling attack, and his absence will be felt. It’s not a major injury or any broken bone, but considering him as a valuable asset for Pakistan, we didn't want to risk his national prospects. Lahore Qalandars remain determined and focused on delivering strong performances in the remaining PSL matches.

Shaheen Afridi, captain of Lahore Qalandars, expressed, “As a team, we are deeply saddened by Haris Rauf's injury. It was painful to see him missing out as he's been a pillar of strength for us, and his absence will be felt. In the face of adversity, we stand united, and I have full confidence that the team will rise to the occasion.

“It's indeed a setback for the franchise, but he is also Pakistan's main bowler, and with a lot of cricket coming up, a pragmatic approach was to give him maximum time to recover. Wishing him a speedy recovery, and we eagerly await his return to the field stronger than ever. Our thoughts and support are with him during this challenging time.​
 
Pakistan's main bowler?

He has been hit all around the park the last 6 months.

Zaman Khan is a credible replacement
 
Wish him quick recovery. Having said that opportunity to others. Haris has been very poor of late and looks very unfit. Maybe LQ will also beneift from this.
 
Sad news

But this is unfortunate. Struggling players these days who have sway with team management/hierarchy never get dropped, the only way out is if they get injured

Realistically, LQ should not have played him in their 4th match
 
And people were saying he was just acting. Shameful stuff as usual from many of the posters here.
 
Blessing in disguise for Lahore and Pakistan. Hopefully, he is never picked again for Pakistan.
 
There's no reason for a such a long lay off people have had their discolated shoulders popped straight back in and they carry on . Nothing is broken .

This is just an excuse to save him from his performances so he gets automatic pick for t20 world cup

Psl was beginning to expose his current bad form .

Haris rauf is finished.
 
Time for SSA to injure himself as well, poor bowling and poor captaincy need to go hide his face in a hole.
 
mazkhan said:
There's no reason for a such a long lay off people have had their discolated shoulders popped straight back in and they carry on . Nothing is broken .

This is just an excuse to save him from his performances so he gets automatic pick for t20 world cup

Psl was beginning to expose his current bad form .

Haris rauf is finished.
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It's a shoulder dislocation on his bowling arm. What do you expect, pop it back in and bowl 90 mph? Why don't you try dislocating it and try do it yourself as a non-professional athlete. Depending on how severe its been dislocated from the joint, it may even require surgery.

Literally the first thing when you google recovery from shoulder dislocation:

"It usually takes up to 12 weeks to recover from a dislocated shoulder. It may take up to 16 weeks to fully return to playing some sports, but for some recovery can take longer. You'll need to wear a sling to support your arm for the first few weeks."

My guess is he won't get healthy enough to be in the WC. He has struggled a bit recently but the people think this is great are out of their minds. He's one of the better T20 bowlers in cricket and there is a reason why he is in huge demand around the world in many leagues. He can be expensive and people seem stuck on his WC performances, which was in ODI's and not T20's. He's a great T20 bowler and I think he'll be missed a lot. Having Naseem back will help though.
 
Nasty Naz said:
It's a shoulder dislocation on his bowling arm. What do you expect, pop it back in and bowl 90 mph? Why don't you try dislocating it and try do it yourself as a non-professional athlete. Depending on how severe its been dislocated from the joint, it may even require surgery.

Literally the first thing when you google recovery from shoulder dislocation:

"It usually takes up to 12 weeks to recover from a dislocated shoulder. It may take up to 16 weeks to fully return to playing some sports, but for some recovery can take longer. You'll need to wear a sling to support your arm for the first few weeks."

My guess is he won't get healthy enough to be in the WC. He has struggled a bit recently but the people think this is great are out of their minds. He's one of the better T20 bowlers in cricket and there is a reason why he is in huge demand around the world in many leagues. He can be expensive and people seem stuck on his WC performances, which was in ODI's and not T20's. He's a great T20 bowler and I think he'll be missed a lot. Having Naseem back will help though.
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There's no serious injury

It's same with afridi cult pr guys that he is bowling rubbish and pace has dropped because he is injured and not recovered properly yet continues to play every game. There's a perpetual mystery injury excuse with afridi

Haris rauf has his own social media backers and pr propagandists

They know his performances are nose diving since world cup , now invent this nonsense about shoulder injuries and use injury excuse when he gets carted around at intl level and at the world cup.

All 3 will get selected due to seniority positions hasan ali , rauf and shaheen and all 3 will get smashed at the t20 world cup coming up.
 
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Oh The horror!

He skips test series to save himself for the PSL and injures himself out of the PSL.

In hindsight maybe he was right to skip the tests?
 
Hope Rauf has a speedy recovery back to good health. Rauf is critical to India topping the group stage at the World T20.

We need his buffet bowling.
 
Harris decline started around the same time as his documentary “The incredible rise of Haris Rauf” was released.

They should do a part 2 now, the incredible decline of Haris featuring Kholi.

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The Bald Eagle said:
Update on Haris Rauf

Haris Rauf, Lahore Qalandars fast bowler, underwent a shoulder scan following an incident during the match against Karachi Kings at Gaddafi Stadium.

He fell awkwardly on his shoulder in the 20th over while completing a catch, prompting immediate medical attention.

The Lahore Qalandars medical team is closely monitoring Haris Rauf's condition, and he is undergoing further assessments. Additional updates will be provided as soon as they become available.

Source: Lahore Qalandars
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Haris Rauf's first interview after his injury with the Lahore Qalandars media team:

"This is part of the game, I had never experienced a major injury before. This is the first time such an injury has occurred."

"PSL is a significant event in Pakistan, it creates memories for your life. The team also expects you to perform, especially as a senior player. When key players are not participating, it disturbs the team, and results may not be in favor. I am quite disappointed and disheartened that I am not playing, the team needs me. Whenever I play, regardless of the team, I try to give my 100 percent. I am with the team to motivate the youngsters. Being with the team feels good to me."

"There were quite a few problems at the start. There was an issue with sleep, proper sleep was not possible due to significant pain. As a professional, you have to endure these things because it's a reality. In any sport, you can face injuries. Now that the injury has occurred, the focus is on recovering quickly to make a strong comeback."

"If someone play cricket to prove others, that's entirely wrong. I haven't come here to prove anything to anyone. Whether people say I am playing well or not, if I am mentally satisfied that I have given my 100 percent and put in full effort, that's what matters. Sometimes results may not be in your favor, there are ups and downs in life. I had a time when I couldn't perform. I know people have expectations, but I know how I can come back and give my best. I will learn from my mistakes and work on them so that they don't happen again."

"When the injury occurred, I was quite upset. The people in your surroundings matter a lot. Fortunately, I had supportive people around me, especially my partner [Shaheen Shah Afridi] off the field and on the ground.The support and understanding he provided was crucial. It's a blessing to have such a partner and the support from the management, like Sameen Bhai, who always supports me when I face problems. So, it's about staying positive, working on the mistakes, and being grateful for the blessings."

"This injury is also a blessing in disguise, you learn a lot, and you understand who the people are in your surroundings support you and who do not. I will work with the doctors, physiotherapists, and try to get ready for the World Cup. I will aim to be available for the England series and my main target is the World Cup. I will try to meet the expectations of the people who love us and bring joy to Pakistan with my performances."
 
He will be playing a heck of a lot of cricket this year - not sure what's happening with workload management?
 
I guess, there is no need to rush Haris back. He should be rested and let him heal properly. Not that he was in good form that we need him badly.

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Former Pakistan fast bowler, Abdur Rouf speaking during a TV show:

“He [Haris Rauf] might not be able to participate in the World Cup due to the severity of a shoulder dislocation. The basic thing is that there can be three types of injuries related to it: back dislocation, interior, and inferior. This injury can recur repeatedly, especially during bowling or throwing, causing constant discomfort. It restricts one’s ability to throw, bowl, or field. In my opinion, it will take about seven to eight weeks for this dislocation to heal. After that, they will need an additional three months to return to proper cricket. During this time, the World Cup will take place, and I don’t think Haris Rauf will be able to play in this World Cup.”​
 
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