‘Momentum always matters in cricket’

Following an impressive T20 World Cup campaign, Pakistan team are looking forward to carrying the momentum into the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh.

Pakistan captain Babar Azam, who led his side to the semifinals of the mega event, emphasised on continuing their stellar run of form in the pre-match press conference ahead of the first T20I match, set to take place at the Sher-e-Bangla Stadium in Mirpur tomorrow from 2pm Bangladesh time.

"Momentum always matters in cricket. We would like to carry the momentum of the T20 world cup," Babar said.

Despite the disappointing display by the Tigers in the world cup, Babar reckons Bangladesh will be a difficult side to play against on their own soil.

"Bangladesh is not an easy opponent, especially in their home conditions, and they have shown against New Zealand and Australia in recent past what they are capable of," Pakistan skipper added while informing about the change of personnel in their squad.

"We would like to test our bench strength here and this is the reason why we have changed four players in our 12-player squad for the first game against Bangladesh."

The right-hander opener is confident about carrying his own form with the bat as well.

"I am pretty much confident about my own form and will try to do better here too but I am always ready to learn and I try to put some extra yard in each training session," said the 27-year-old as Babar concluded by appreciating the support from the local fans.
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"Bangladesh is a cricket-loving nation and we have seen their support for Pakistan cricket.

"They even regularly watch our training sessions from the rooftops and stand by the roadside to wave at our team bus."