Pakistan cricket is witnessing the rise of several exciting young talents, and among them, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, and Sufiyan Muqeem are generating significant buzz. Each of these players has caught the eye of experts like Harsha Bhogle for their potential to shine on the international stage. Here’s a closer look at these emerging stars and what Bhogle thinks of them.
On his YouTube Channel, he mentioned Saim Ayub as his first pick, “Saim Ayub is the person I’m looking forward to I know Pakistan liked Saud Shakeel a lot but when I saw another young player at the end of last year in Australia, I just thought he can bowl and he definitely can bat, more batter than the bowler but he’s some player and I’m very happy to see that it started to being reflected in numbers”. he said.
Saim Ayub, a left-handed opening batsman, is one of the most promising young talents in Pakistan cricket. Known for his aggressive style and ability to play big shots, Saim has impressed with his performances at the domestic level.
The speaker is particularly excited about Saim, noting that his rise reminds them of the thrill they once felt watching Fakhar Zaman. Despite Pakistan’s established top order with players like skipper Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam.
Saim has shown great patience and consistency. Bhogle hopes that he will continue to develop and not fade away like some other gifted players in the past. Saim’s attacking approach and solid technique make him a future star for Pakistan’s opening spot.
Salman Ali Agha
“I think you are going to see a lot more of Salman Agha, I hope that he doesn’t sort of just fade away like a couple of players like a couple of spin-gifted bowling all-rounders not going to name them but these two (Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha) really excite me”. Bhogle stated in his YouTube video.
Salman Ali Agha an all-rounder, is another name Bhogle is excited about. Primarily known for his batting, Salman also offers useful contributions with the ball. His all-around skills make him a valuable asset for Pakistan.
Bhogle praises Salman’s potential, especially after observing his performances in Australia. Salman can adapt to different playing conditions, and his batting stands out.
While Bhogle is hopeful for his future, there is also a concern that Salman could end up like some gifted all-rounders who didn’t reach their full potential. Despite this, his flexibility makes him a player to watch in the coming years.
Sufiyan Muqeem
“I don’t know how far he’s going to go, I’ll be honest have not seen enough of him but I just look at the scorecard and his name pops up every time so that’s another name to look forward to in Pakistan” he stated.
Sufiyan Muqeem is a name that keeps appearing on scorecards, even though Bhogle admits he hasn’t seen enough of him to fully predict his career path. But, Sufiyan has consistently delivered solid performances in domestic cricket, which has earned him a reputation as a reliable player.
Bhogle expresses curiosity about how far Sufian can go, given his consistency. While unsure of his long-term potential, he is intrigued by his ability to perform regularly, suggesting he could be one to keep an eye on as his career progresses.
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Jasir Basharat is a cricket enthusiast capturing the heart of the game through insightful analysis and storytelling sharing his passion for the sport through engaging narratives. He is a business graduate from University of Kashmir.
