In the ongoing 2nd Test against Australia in Melbourne, Hasan Ali, Pakistan’s new-ball bowler, addressed concerns raised by cricket personalities like Waqar Younis and Mitchell Starc regarding the pace of the Pakistan cricket team bowlers.
Pakistan cricket team is regarded as one of the best pace bowling unit whi can clock 150 KMPH, however, the Men in Green pacers have been struggling to consistently deliver at 140 KMPH in the ongoing series vs Australia in Australia.
Younis, expressing worry about Shaheen Shah Afridi, and highlighting concerns about the pace of even domestic bowlers from Pakistan, prompted speculation. However, Hasan Ali, speaking after Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at MCG, brushed aside these worries. He emphasized that Pakistani bowlers prioritize accuracy over speed.
“I’ve never prioritized speed; I’ve never bowled at 150kph. Staying accurate on the top of the off stump is more effective. I’m unaware of rumors about a decrease in pace, and we pay no attention to them. Our focus is on the game,” said Hasan Ali to Cricket Pakistan.pk.
Meanwhile in the 2nd Test match, despite Pakistan winning the toss, Australia’s openers, David Warner and Usman Khawaja, took advantage of favorable conditions. After lunch, Pakistan managed to dismiss the openers and made a late breakthrough by removing Steve Smith, with Australia reaching 187-3 at stumps.
