PSL 2020: Wasim Akram urges fans to be at their rowdiest behaviour at stadiums

Legendary pacer Wasim Akram has urged cricket fans to be at their rowdiest behaviour when visiting stadiums to watch Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2020 matches.

Talking to Geo News in Karachi on Monday, Akram said that he wants the people of Pakistan to enjoy cricket as the next few days are very important for the cricket-starved nation.

"It is very important for Pakistan that all these matches are being played in Pakistan. This is a special occasion for all those who were waiting to see top stars in their cities. 

Now it is the time for them to enjoy and express their love for the game," said the former captain who is now with the Karachi Kings following an earlier stint with Islamabad United.

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"The PSL has improved Pakistan's image globally. It is one of the top leagues in the world. People rate Big Bash and PSL after IPL, and with having all matches in Pakistan, the status of PSL will improve further. I hope it will be a full house at each game and people will make noise at stadiums," he added.

Talking about his side's preparation, Akram said that everyone comes to the league with an idea to win and same is the case with the Kings.

"But all the teams in the league look strong this time so the one that is consistent and the one that knows how to make a comeback after a couple of bad games will end up on top," he said.

"We have some players in Karachi Kings squad who can turn the table single-handedly. We have good options in batting like Alex Hales, Babar Azam, and Chadwick Walton also had a good season in BPL. We also have good options in bowling," the former captain boasted.

He also mentioned emerging talent Arshad Iqbal, saying that he was very impressed with the 19-year-old's skill, backing him to do wonders in future.

Akram, however, expressed his displeasure at the lack of opportunities given to Umer Khan, an emerging bowling talent from Karachi Kings, despite a remarkable performance in last year's PSL.

"We named him the Giant Killer as he had taken wickets of all top players, which is why it is surprising and disappointing that even then he didn't get a chance — not even in first-class cricket," Wasim mentioned.

"How are you going to grow a talented player if you're not giving him opportunities in first-class cricket," he questioned while insisting that the PCB must change people and bring those with fresh ideas.

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