Wicketkeeper and batsman Safraz Ahmed. Pakistan hero in team’s victory over South Africa in their crucial World Cup league tie in Auckland, categorically denied any differences or problems with chief coach Waqar Younis.
“I have all the respect for our coach Waqar Younis and all the reports, rumors are unwarranted,” he told in an interview available on Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) website on Sunday. “Team was united and not only looking forward to qualify for the quarterfinal. But play in the final,” he remarked. Sarfraz said that Waqar is also an elder to him and he cannot even think of responding to him. “Waqar bhai fully supported and backed me with captain Misbahul Haq and Coach Mushtaq Ahmed,” he said. Sarfraz Ahmed, who’s not inclusion in the first four matches against India, West Indies, Zimbabwe and United Arab Emirates (UAE) created a furor in cricket circles and media across Pakistan.
But Sarfraz’s strong comeback and outstanding performance hit the headlines across the world after he leads Pakistan to great victory over South Africa with brilliant batting and world record wicket keeping with six catches behind the stumps. Former Pakistan fast bowler Waqar Younis called a journalist’s question ‘Stupid’ after asked him reasons for not considering Sarfraz Ahmed. He called upon the peoples and media avoid making negative comments because team got the momentum and rhythm.
