[VIDEOS] Talent Spotter: Mohammad Haris

[Bilal Ahmad15]

This guy already deserves to be back up keeper for T20s, enough with Sarfaraz

 

[Slim]

We literally are in of the best ages of Pakistan cricket. There was a time when we had Kakmal as our only sole keeper with zero suitable alternatives.

Now we have Rizwan, world's best wicketkeepr, and now up and coming young Haris. Wow, just wow!

 

[Slim]

This guy already deserves to be back up keeper for T20s, enough with Sarfaraz

Absolutely, Sarfraz is done for and should resign or be booted out forcefully.

 

[Saj]

Wahab Riaz today after the win against IU "Mohammad Haris right now is the big difference. Since he has come into the eleven he has made an impact and because of him life is going so easy for us in the power-play. We are scoring runs at a good rate and putting the other team under pressure"

 

[Saj]

Post match after the win against IU:

Mohammad Haris "sometimes I premeditate the shot, but most of the time I can read what the bowler is going to do as I look at the field that has been set and I can work out what they are going to bowl"

Mohammad Haris on the recent success of cricketers from Peshawar "we work hard, we have self-belief and we are brave cricketers"

 

[Barragan]

The boy is very talented.

He just needs 2 full FC seasons and average 40+, then he will truly be a world class batsman.

 

[Forum363]

We literally are in of the best ages of Pakistan cricket. There was a time when we had Kakmal as our only sole keeper with zero suitable alternatives.

Now we have Rizwan, world's best wicketkeepr, and now up and coming young Haris. Wow, just wow!

Kamran was the biggest con to pakistan cricket. He made us think there were no other options.

The two main keepers since then (sarfaraz and Rizwan have been exceptional at their best and did more for Pakistan in 1 year than Kamran did in his whole career).

Now with the likes of Haris and Rohail, we have some decent future options.

 

[Markhor]

Mohammad Haris "sometimes I premeditate the shot, but most of the time I can read what the bowler is going to do as I look at the field that has been set and I can work out what they are going to bowl"

That's rare for a young Pakistani bat. Sounds like he has a good head on his shoulders.

 

[MenInG]

Post match after the win against IU:

Mohammad Haris "sometimes I premeditate the shot, but most of the time I can read what the bowler is going to do as I look at the field that has been set and I can work out what they are going to bowl"

Mohammad Haris on the recent success of cricketers from Peshawar "we work hard, we have self-belief and we are brave cricketers"

Highlights of today's innings by Haris

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[Angrez Pakistani]

I just love how we have moved on from the point where we were forced to play Kamran Akmal despite his atrocious WK skills because we didn’t have anyone else who could even properly hold a bat. Now we have Haris, Azam and Haseebullah all lining up to replace Rizwan in case he slips up at any point in his career. Such a luxurious situation for those fans who had to suffer throughout late 2000’s to mid 2010’s with Kamran Akmal constantly dropping catches and still managing his place in the team.

 

[Bilal Ahmad15]

I would be willing to play Muhammad Haris for the one T20 match against Australia, we Already know How good Rizwan is (and his role), I would love to see Muahmad Hairs open in that one-off T20. He looks so confident, has huge power hitting and shot ability. Brilliant talent.

Although, perhaps I am getting too carried away

 

[Forum363]

I just love how we have moved on from the point where we were forced to play Kamran Akmal despite his atrocious WK skills because we didn’t have anyone else who could even properly hold a bat. Now we have Haris, Azam and Haseebullah all lining up to replace Rizwan in case he slips up at any point in his career. Such a luxurious situation for those fans who had to suffer throughout late 2000’s to mid 2010’s with Kamran Akmal constantly dropping catches and still managing his place in the team.

That’s the most frustrating thing for me.

Kamran was tolerated despite his atrocious keeping because of his batting. But despite getting chances everywhere and for hundreds of matches he averaged in the 20s at a a rubbish strike rate.

Let that sink in.

A player who was given HUNDREDS of matches for his batting averaged in the 20s. No one has ever answered the question about whether there has been a worse batsman to play consistently for us in the history of pakistan cricket.

 

[moghul]

I have mentioned in many of post , Haris is the most talented young cricketer we currently have. I realized his potential during under 19 WC in 2020.

He deserved to be in Pakistan T20 squad of 16. Not only a backup Wk-batter for Rizwan but also he can play purely as batsman, he is better than Haider Ali, Asif Ali and Khushdil .

Azam could have occasional success in domestic games but will be a failure at international level due to his fitness problem .

 

[Artaxerxes]

Muhammad Haris is playing fearless cricket.He looks very strong against the short ball.He will play for national team soon.

 

[ElRaja]

That’s the most frustrating thing for me.

Kamran was tolerated despite his atrocious keeping because of his batting. But despite getting chances everywhere and for hundreds of matches he averaged in the 20s at a a rubbish strike rate.

Let that sink in.

A player who was given HUNDREDS of matches for his batting averaged in the 20s. No one has ever answered the question about whether there has been a worse batsman to play consistently for us in the history of pakistan cricket.

its easy to complain in hindsight, but he looked like a potentially world class keeper batsmen for the first 3 or 4 years of his career. also he was lucky that he had literally no competition in the late 00s. pak tried guys like zulqurnain and salman who averaged barely high 20s in domestics.

a lot of the credit for the current situation goes to KP, its not coincidental that the region which appears to have the most meritorious regional set up in coaching and selection is producing players like rizwan and potentially haris. you don't make players like this by accident, it takes grass roots effort and hard work of a lot of people in a professional set up.

the other regions don't have a single quality wicket keeper batsman to cement his spot in FC cricket, KP have rizwan, afridi and haris. if my hypothesis regarding the set up is true, id suspect northern would be the likeliest team to unearth a young keeper batsmen of good fc standard.

 

[anonymous_guy]

its easy to complain in hindsight, but he looked like a potentially world class keeper batsmen for the first 3 or 4 years of his career. also he was lucky that he had literally no competition in the late 00s. pak tried guys like zulqurnain and salman who averaged barely high 20s in domestics.

a lot of the credit for the current situation goes to KP, its not coincidental that the region which appears to have the most meritorious regional set up in coaching and selection is producing players like rizwan and potentially haris. you don't make players like this by accident, it takes grass roots effort and hard work of a lot of people in a professional set up.

the other regions don't have a single quality wicket keeper batsman to cement his spot in FC cricket, KP have rizwan, afridi and haris. if my hypothesis regarding the set up is true, id suspect northern would be the likeliest team to unearth a young keeper batsmen of good fc standard.

They already have, Rohail Nazir and Umair Masood are bothe decent they now need to graduate a level above to being good.

 

[Forum363]

its easy to complain in hindsight, but he looked like a potentially world class keeper batsmen for the first 3 or 4 years of his career. also he was lucky that he had literally no competition in the late 00s. pak tried guys like zulqurnain and salman who averaged barely high 20s in domestics.

a lot of the credit for the current situation goes to KP, its not coincidental that the region which appears to have the most meritorious regional set up in coaching and selection is producing players like rizwan and potentially haris. you don't make players like this by accident, it takes grass roots effort and hard work of a lot of people in a professional set up.

the other regions don't have a single quality wicket keeper batsman to cement his spot in FC cricket, KP have rizwan, afridi and haris. if my hypothesis regarding the set up is true, id suspect northern would be the likeliest team to unearth a young keeper batsmen of good fc standard.

It’s not just hindsight. He played a couple of good innings but anyway with a brain could have told you that he was not a good batsman. But fans kept supporting him saying there’s no replacement and then eventually blaming it on hindsight.

Salman was an exceptional keeper and had he been given half as many chances as Kami would have averaged roughly the same. Which means he would be far ahead of him.

Zulqarnain played a clutch innings in tough conditions and kept well too, but unfortunately had other problems.

So really, every keeper who was tried was far better than any Akmal with the gloves and bat.

 

[ElRaja]

It’s not just hindsight. He played a couple of good innings but anyway with a brain could have told you that he was not a good batsman. But fans kept supporting him saying there’s no replacement and then eventually blaming it on hindsight.

Salman was an exceptional keeper and had he been given half as many chances as Kami would have averaged roughly the same. Which means he would be far ahead of him.

Zulqarnain played a clutch innings in tough conditions and kept well too, but unfortunately had other problems.

So really, every keeper who was tried was far better than any Akmal with the gloves and bat.

mohammad salman was an absolute hack with the bat, not even close to kami, who despite being rubbish in the second half of his career had a good test record in asian conditions.

if any other keeper was better their domestic record would show it, neither of adnan, zulq, salman were particularly profilic at domestic level, which kami still was.

it was just a horrific period for pak in terms of keeping talent, no one was hard done by, apart from zulq, who as u said had his mental issues.

 

[Forum363]

mohammad salman was an absolute hack with the bat, not even close to kami, who despite being rubbish in the second half of his career had a good test record in asian conditions.

if any other keeper was better their domestic record would show it, neither of adnan, zulq, salman were particularly profilic at domestic level, which kami still was.

it was just a horrific period for pak in terms of keeping talent, no one was hard done by, apart from zulq, who as u said had his mental issues.

Did you ever seen Kami bat? He was a the biggest hack in our history. Terrible footwork, leaning on his bat, no technique and just about did okay ok flat pitches.

Yes he did better than others at the domestic level but he failed so much at international cricket that ofcourse salman could have done it. Even Wahab Riaz can average 20 if you give him hundreds of matches with consistent positions.

 

[shamaan]

The boy is very talented.

He just needs 2 full FC seasons and average 40+, then he will truly be a world class batsman.

He's not a longer format player I think it's best if he concentrates on odis and t20s but it's hard because Rizwan is the main keeper for kyhber.

 

[shamaan]

They already have, Rohail Nazir and Umair Masood are bothe decent they now need to graduate a level above to being good.

Rohail more suited to tests.

 

[shamaan]

Haris should be part of the t20 squad as a back up to Rizwan.Due to t20s only being 1 game against australia I would pick only Haris as a keeper whilst Rizwan rests.

 

[Nasty Naz]

Looks like a rare modern player for Pakistan. A great talent to watch.

 

[ElRaja]

Did you ever seen Kami bat? He was a the biggest hack in our history. Terrible footwork, leaning on his bat, no technique and just about did okay ok flat pitches.

Yes he did better than others at the domestic level but he failed so much at international cricket that ofcourse salman could have done it. Even Wahab Riaz can average 20 if you give him hundreds of matches with consistent positions.

averaging 45 in tests in asia is beyond OK. only Pakistani keeper to score two winning test hundreds, and the 100 against India was pbly the greatest hundred by a Pakistani keeper ever

as i said its easy to hate on him given how his career went, but there were simply no credible alternatives to him in the 2000s.

They already have, Rohail Nazir and Umair Masood are bothe decent they now need to graduate a level above to being good.

rohail is massively over rated, 200 runs in 10 fc games in a season where batting conditions for the first half were super easy is terrible. wouldn't be surprised if he's dropped at some point next season.

never seen umair masood so cant say anything about him.

 

[shamaan]

averaging 45 in tests in asia is beyond OK. only Pakistani keeper to score two winning test hundreds, and the 100 against India was pbly the greatest hundred by a Pakistani keeper ever

as i said its easy to hate on him given how his career went, but there were simply no credible alternatives to him in the 2000s.



rohail is massively over rated, 200 runs in 10 fc games in a season where batting conditions for the first half were super easy is terrible. wouldn't be surprised if he's dropped at some point next season.

never seen umair masood so cant say anything about him.

Rohail has a 100 for Shaheen against New Zealand A

 

[Major]

The guy has a massive ego.... PCB needs to be abit careful going forward this kid.....

The way he took our a banner out of his trousers and going on saying no one is my hero, I will become a hero myself.......

Indications towards toxic personality

 

[Rana]

The guy has a massive ego.... PCB needs to be abit careful going forward this kid.....

The way he took our a banner out of his trousers and going on saying no one is my hero, I will become a hero myself.......

Indications towards toxic personality

Jazakallah for your input but no thanks.

We are sick and tired of Misbah authoritarian mindset destroying individual personalities and not allowing them to express themselves freely.

The dictator is long gone and the damage he has caused to Pakistan’s cricket will soon evaporate!

 

[YousafTheBeast]

The guy has a massive ego.... PCB needs to be abit careful going forward this kid.....

The way he took our a banner out of his trousers and going on saying no one is my hero, I will become a hero myself.......

Indications towards toxic personality

So what did you want to hear from him? The old cliche “Zaheer Abbas was my idol”

 

[realitygaf]

The guy has a massive ego.... PCB needs to be abit careful going forward this kid.....

The way he took our a banner out of his trousers and going on saying no one is my hero, I will become a hero myself.......

Indications towards toxic personality

You want your cricketers to be like timid and drones

He reminds me of kohli in youth. Better for fans to not input who can be a great cricketer

 

[Rana]

So what did you want to hear from him? The old cliche “Zaheer Abbas was my idol” &#55358;&#56611;

He’s already worried that Harris will take Rizwan’s spot in the next few months.

 

[Major]

So what did you want to hear from him? The old cliche “Zaheer Abbas was my idol” &#55358;&#56611;

Its not about wanting to hear, its about not wanting to hear or even see.

Ahmad Shezad and Umar Akmal destroyed themselves with the same attitude. I understand that many Pakistani fans won't like criticism on Harris right now and same way if someone made criticism on Ahmad Shezad or Umar Akmal back than posters would snark back....

But after knowing what took place, PCB needs to be abit careful going forward with the kid. They probably should start character building and educating these new boys.

Or else boosted egos of such kids can be trouble. Good players can get wasted like this.


Also in NFL, NBA and NHL, the statement that players make matters alot and sometimes they can lose our on being drafted by a particular team.

 

[Major]

He’s already worried that Harris will take Rizwan’s spot in the next few months.

? really immature post.

I made the thread on him being the understudy. That is not being worried, that is promoting someone..

I am not talking about his abilities, I am talking about his character and personality which matters alot when you play for the national team, as poor personalities and boosted egos have lead to players destroying themselves in the past.

 

[Muhammad Kaleem]

It seems PSL fame has gotten into his young head. Last year he was all humble and was copiously thanking Muhammad Rizwan :

Mohammad Haris on Mohammad Rizwan: “I would like to thank him for giving me an opportunity during [the] National T20 Cup. No other keeper does that. I didn’t deserve a place in the team while he was already there but he still kept me in the squad”

“Whenever I am in Peshawar along with Rizwan bhai, we practice and work together on our keeping and batting. I am grateful to have a friend like Rizwan bhai, who guides me as a senior player,” Haris told Cricket Pakistan.

 

[IAJ]

It seems PSL fame has gotten into his young head. Last year he was all humble and was copiously thanking Muhammad Rizwan :

Mohammad Haris on Mohammad Rizwan: “I would like to thank him for giving me an opportunity during [the] National T20 Cup. No other keeper does that. I didn’t deserve a place in the team while he was already there but he still kept me in the squad”

“Whenever I am in Peshawar along with Rizwan bhai, we practice and work together on our keeping and batting. I am grateful to have a friend like Rizwan bhai, who guides me as a senior player,” Haris told Cricket Pakistan.

I just watched his interview with Bazid Khan and in this interview he talked alot sense and did't come across as arrogant, rather confidient.

Lol his nickname is 'Google'.

But I am not fan of players overdoing their celebrations, like Umar Akmal does after reaching a 50 or what Dahani has started doing copying Imran Tahir.

 

[Rellu_Katta]

Post match after the win against IU:

Mohammad Haris "sometimes I premeditate the shot, but most of the time I can read what the bowler is going to do as I look at the field that has been set and I can work out what they are going to bowl"

Mohammad Haris on the recent success of cricketers from Peshawar "we work hard, we have self-belief and we are brave cricketers"

thts a good sign.. even if he cant judge the situation well, atleast he has in his mind that this is what needs to be done... and obviously, with passage of time, he will learn it bcz he wants to do it

its a shame that many dont see the game like this.. abs gem... i love Peshwar Zalmi bcz of him and Haider Ali (who is seriously disappointing us at the min)

 

[Rellu_Katta]

Also i think he needs to add just a little bit of muscle mass...he looks strong, in Rizwan+Malik way but just need to add bit of muscle and tht shld help his game big time.... a must must must for all formats to be nurtured.

 

[PakEngFan]

It seems PSL fame has gotten into his young head. Last year he was all humble and was copiously thanking Muhammad Rizwan :

Mohammad Haris on Mohammad Rizwan: “I would like to thank him for giving me an opportunity during [the] National T20 Cup. No other keeper does that. I didn’t deserve a place in the team while he was already there but he still kept me in the squad”

“Whenever I am in Peshawar along with Rizwan bhai, we practice and work together on our keeping and batting. I am grateful to have a friend like Rizwan bhai, who guides me as a senior player,” Haris told Cricket Pakistan.

What did he say this time?

 

[as-95]

The guy has a massive ego.... PCB needs to be abit careful going forward this kid.....

The way he took our a banner out of his trousers and going on saying no one is my hero, I will become a hero myself.......

Indications towards toxic personality

There is a difference between having an ego and confidence. He is confident in his abilities and if he is able to walk the walk, there is nothing wrong with talking the talk.

So far, he is walking with the walk. Plus, your opinion doesn't count when you are camped in the Azma Khan thread talking about how he did a good stumping despite tailender batting performances and the physique of a 40 year old couch potato.

 

[as-95]

He’s already worried that Harris will take Rizwan’s spot in the next few months.

Tnh, Rizwan can still make the team solely as a specialist batsman so im not fussed who gets to keep.

 

[Bewal Express]

Tnh, Rizwan can still make the team solely as a specialist batsman so im not fussed who gets to keep.

When WKs bat solely as batsman they lose big time. Look at Bairstow in recent times, he looks lost at losing his gloves. Haris has to be better than Riz to get in the team or it will end in tears.

 

[Rana]

The real fans of Pakistan cricket who wanted to see the dream pairing of Fakhar+Sharjeel (stone cold and Goldberg) have been robbed by Misbah ul Haq who gave us Tuk Tuk pairing of Rizwan+Babar

I plead, I implore Saqlain Mushtaq to give us Harris+Fakhar pairing!

 

[silentkiller187]

When WKs bat solely as batsman they lose big time. Look at Bairstow in recent times, he looks lost at losing his gloves. Haris has to be better than Riz to get in the team or it will end in tears.

on the flip side you can look at how sangakarra took his batting to the next level once he stopped keeping, depends on the player, but rizzy is more than capable of playing as a batsmen alone, especially looking at the current middle top order candidates

 

[Bewal Express]

on the flip side you can look at how sangakarra took his batting to the next level once he stopped keeping, depends on the player, but rizzy is more than capable of playing as a batsmen alone, especially looking at the current middle top order candidates

Dont fix what aint broke- we have a brilliant WK and a top bat. If Haris wants to replace him he needs to become a good batsman to play as a batsman or a top WK batsman. Riz is our strength, he stays in his present role

 

[as-95]

When WKs bat solely as batsman they lose big time. Look at Bairstow in recent times, he looks lost at losing his gloves. Haris has to be better than Riz to get in the team or it will end in tears.

What about Sangakkara? He was far far better as a specialist batsman. So was AB de villers if i remember correctly.

 

[silentkiller187]

Dont fix what aint broke- we have a brilliant WK and a top bat. If Haris wants to replace him he needs to become a good batsman to play as a batsman or a top WK batsman. Riz is our strength, he stays in his present role

yee 100% not calling for rizwan to be replaced far from it, just floating the idea if harris starts excelling and providing a counter example that a wk turned batsmen can flourish

 

[Last Monetarist]

Fantastic catch:

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[Saj]

He's brilliant in the outfield I see.

Quick over the ground and great hands. Superb fielder.

 

[Punjab Kings]

He's brilliant in the outfield I see.

Quick over the ground and great hands. Superb fielder.

Great talent

 

[Sher Khan]

He's brilliant in the outfield I see.

Quick over the ground and great hands. Superb fielder.

Don't want to jump the gun. But he reminds me a lot of a young Mohammad Rizwan.

Naturally athletic and commited to the team's cause. Hopefully he turns out just as hardworking and level headed.

 

[Saj]

Wahab Riaz "Muhammad Haris has made a major difference to Peshawar Zalmi right from the day he has joined the team whether it's with the bat, his wicket-keeping or his fielding. He has a hunger to succeed & deserves the opportunity to show what he is capable of"

 

[DHONI183]

[VIDEO] Talent Spotter: Mohammad Haris

Fantastic catch:

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That amazingly unbelievable catch is, in my opinion, the most spectacular moment of the ongoing PSL, and I believe that it's one of those extremely rare moments which shall never repeat itself on the cricket field. I know that an almost dropped catch being taken by another fielder hasn't happened for the first time - even MS Dhoni did in 2006 from what I remember - but you've to see the way he took it. He almost plucked that from Zazai`s feet. So, so low and almost on the ground. Kudos to Mohammad Haris. He has done it twice this tournament, mind you.

 

[A.A.Z]

Haris took a similar rebound catch as keeper in an earlier game.

 

[Major]

There is a difference between having an ego and confidence. He is confident in his abilities and if he is able to walk the walk, there is nothing wrong with talking the talk.

So far, he is walking with the walk. Plus, your opinion doesn't count when you are camped in the Azma Khan thread talking about how he did a good stumping despite tailender batting performances and the physique of a 40 year old couch potato.

You need to stop taking praise of players too peronally.

I bashed azam khan alot, but when he has shown to be a good keeper and batter i camt critisize him just for the sake of it

 

[ChTab]

Definitely want to see more of this guy but his 1st outing vs good bowling unit resulted in a big failure.

 

[PakEngFan]

Definitely want to see more of this guy but his 1st outing vs good bowling unit resulted in a big failure.

People judging him on t20s. People need to calm down he needs to play and let him develop. He played few FC games this season and struggled. No doubt he has talent but people need to calm down.

 

[MenInG]

Alert as a wicket-keeper

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and as a fielder too...

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[moghul]

Alert as a wicket-keeper

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and as a fielder too...

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Wow , he possesses unbelievable reflexes

 

[Monsee]

Alert as a wicket-keeper

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and as a fielder too...

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Presence of mind, athleticism, and being able to act at like a flash...espcially that 2nd grab is pure wow (although 1st one is exceptional too by Kami/Sarfraz standard of keeping)

 

[Monsee]

Alert as a wicket-keeper

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and as a fielder too...

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Presence of mind, athleticism, and being able to act at like a flash...espcially that 2nd grab is pure wow (although 1st one is exceptional too by Kami/Sarfraz standard of keeping)

 

[MenInG]

Pakistan Cup 2022 - Best Wicketkeeper of the Tournament PKR 250,000: Mohammad Haris

 

[shamaan]

Pakistan Cup 2022 - Best Wicketkeeper of the Tournament PKR 250,000: Mohammad Haris

How was he the best Wicket Keeper he got 11 dismissals and Rohail got 13.

 

[MenInG]

Hailing from Mushtarzai, the suburbs of Peshawar, rising star Mohammad Haris is eager to carve out his own identity in a world full of competition between the brightest talents. The 21-year-old wicketkeeper-batter is not oblivious to the challenges that entail the ascent to greatness and has overcome several hurdles to catapult to the limelight.

Haris’ first two years at the Regional U19 level were forgettable, but he excelled the third time around to compel the Junior Selection Committee to induct him into Pakistan’s squad for the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2020 in South Africa.

Haris stood out as Pakistan’s most prolific batter in the tournament, racking up 131 runs in five matches at an average of 65.50. As a result, he earned a maiden call-up to Pakistan’s ODI side for the postponed home series against New Zealand in September 2021. He was then drafted into Peshawar Zalmi’s squad in the Supplementary category for HBL Pakistan Super League 2022, where he made giant strides.

Haris was quick to make an impact with a brisk 49 against Karachi Kings and later slammed a scintillating 32-ball 70 against Islamabad United. He marked the latter innings in a unique fashion when he held aloft a band bearing #BeTheBest.

Speaking to PCB Digital, Haris said: “I have always had confidence in my abilities and I credit the Peshawar Zalmi management for allowing me to enhance it. They supported me a lot and gave me freedom to express myself the way I want. ‘Be The Best’ is my message to everyone.”

“I value fearlessness and consider it to be a central trait of my personality. This is what my parents have taught me. I believe that if you work hard, then you don’t have to be afraid of anything and you’ll achieve success.”

Haris is also mindful of the requirements of modern-day cricket and believes in developing himself into a 360-degree player. Inspired by the likes of Jos Buttler and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa teammate Mohammad Rizwan, Haris is keen on establishing his batting credentials by adding an array of shots to his repertoire.

“I have always wanted to become a 360-degree player and develop a range of shots so that I succeed at the highest level. International level is a different ball game compared to domestic cricket so I have to come across as unique and distinct.

“I want to achieve a lot in the future, and with the help of Almighty I’ve been meeting my goals. I want to soon don national colours.”

Haris has declared his willingness to bat at any position in the batting order and not restrict himself to the wicketkeeping role. This aspect has been reiterated by the Pakistan fielding coach Abdul Majeed, who lauded the youngster’s eagerness to conduct long and challenging fielding sessions.

“Whatever task Haris is given as a keeper, a batter or a fielder, he has the ability to accomplish it with the utmost dedication. He frequently asks me to conduct the most demanding sessions in order to enhance his skillset as a fielder.”

Mohammad Wasim Jnr, who has represented Pakistan in three ODIs and 11 T20Is, is also an admirer of Haris’ mindset and compared his self-assured orientation to that of high-profile players.

“I’ve been playing with Haris since our U19 days in domestic cricket and the self-belief and confidence I've observed in him is similar to some of the top cricketers like Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan. Whatever Haris says he will do, he achieves that. Whether it is keeping, batting or fielding, he performs in every department.”

 

[MenInG]

Babar Azam regarding Haris in a press conference:

"It is too early to give him a chance, Rizwan has not been performing as expected in ODIs but he is still adding value at his position. Our combination is balanced and I have full faith in Rizwan"

 

[MenInG]

Batting style and Jos Buttler as a role-model

From my club cricket days, I have always played as a wicket-keeper-batsman. In the Pakistan Under-19 side, our captain Rohail Nazir is a wicket-keeper so I have played as a batsman, although I did pick up wickets in one of the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup games when I was asked to bowl. Jos Buttler is my role-model and I love the way he plays aggressively to score runs quickly. He messes up the planning of his opponents and seems to scare them too which is enjoyable to watch. I also play aggressively but always judge the match situation so that I play at a strike-rate which helps the team win the game. Whilst I like to play aggressively, let me say that I will have no problems in playing in all three formats of the game and would love to be part of a Pakistan Test or LOI side one day. I have been lucky to have worked with some excellent coaches at the national Under-19 level who have encouraged me to score more runs and God Willing I will have better results to show for myself in the future.

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Well he's picked the right role model!

 

[msb314]

Batting style and Jos Buttler as a role-model

From my club cricket days, I have always played as a wicket-keeper-batsman. In the Pakistan Under-19 side, our captain Rohail Nazir is a wicket-keeper so I have played as a batsman, although I did pick up wickets in one of the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup games when I was asked to bowl. Jos Buttler is my role-model and I love the way he plays aggressively to score runs quickly. He messes up the planning of his opponents and seems to scare them too which is enjoyable to watch. I also play aggressively but always judge the match situation so that I play at a strike-rate which helps the team win the game. Whilst I like to play aggressively, let me say that I will have no problems in playing in all three formats of the game and would love to be part of a Pakistan Test or LOI side one day. I have been lucky to have worked with some excellent coaches at the national Under-19 level who have encouraged me to score more runs and God Willing I will have better results to show for myself in the future.

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Well he's picked the right role model!

Now I get why he introduced himself to Jos Butler when England toured Pakistan last month

 

[Titan24]

19 balls 50 in Pakistan cup. Finishes with 61 off 24 balls.

 

[MenInG]

Mohammad Haris 50 in Pakistan Cup

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[Rana]

Mohammad Haris 50 in Pakistan Cup

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He should be batting at number 6 for Pakistan in ODI

We can slot in another middle order batsman instead of Rizwan

 

[MenInG]

Playing a key innings for KPK in their chase of 309 to win the 2nd SF of Pakistan Cup

Currently on 43*(37)

 

[asadee]

Doesnt know how to finish matches

 

[MenInG]

Playing a key innings for KPK in their chase of 309 to win the 2nd SF of Pakistan Cup

Currently on 43*(37)

Will learn but an excellent effort

 

[gazza619]

What an era to be a Pakistani supporter.

Some kid scores 20 odd, we say wow.

They score 50 odd, we say yaay.

Haris has a super poor domestic record and I will only trust and believe in him when he scores 2k-3k runs in domestic at a healthy average.

 

[MenInG]

Making his BPL Debut today for Sylhet - not as a wk though

 

[MenInG]

Making his BPL Debut today for Sylhet - not as a wk though

Disappointing start - out for 6(3)

 

[Firebat]

Out for 6 again in the BPL

 

[Omer2002]

The guy is awful but ppl like to hype players..

 

[deems]

The guy is awful but ppl like to hype players..

It's not rocket science to figure out he likes pace on and a swing to the legside. Most sides have worked him put after a few knocks. He's been found out.

He played 2 good innings and we hyped him to the moon and back.

 

[MenInG]

Better today from Mohammad Haris - so far 21*(18) in BPL

 

[MenInG]

Better today from Mohammad Haris - so far 21*(18) in BPL

Out for 44(32) - impressive innings in the BPL.

 

[MenInG]

Out for 44(32) - impressive innings in the BPL.

Highlights of his innings

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