Abdullah Shafique ready to play at any number for Pakistan in World Cup 2023
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Shafique is ready to take on any role assigned to him by the team management
Abdullah Shafique is part of Pakistan's World Cup squad - AFPLAHORE: Pakistan's promising batter Abdullah Shafique expressed his excitement and readiness to represent Pakistan in the upcoming World Cup 2023 in India. Shafique, who is part of the squad, shared his thoughts on his role in the team and his aspirations for the tournament."I am very happy to be selected in the World Cup squad," Shafique said while speaking to local media on Monday.
Shafique, 23, is ready to take on any role assigned to him by the team management, showcasing his versatility. "I joined as the third opener, but I will try to do well whenever I get a chance. Getting the opportunity is not in my hands, but I will take advantage of this opportunity,” he said. "As a professional, you have to make sacrifices, and I am ready to play when I get an opportunity," he added.The young cricketer also emphasised his commitment to playing according to the management's strategy, stating, "Will try to play according to management's plan."Shafique recognises the challenges that lie ahead and acknowledges that not only India but every team participating in the World Cup is a formidable opponent."Not only India is going to play; everyone is a rival for us. We have to play well in the whole World Cup, not in one match," he asserted.The World Cup holds a special place in the heart of every cricket player and Shafique is no exception. "I am very excited because of the World Cup,” he said. Abdullah Shafique has represented Pakistan in four ODI matches so far, including Pakistan’s final Super 4 game against Sri Lanka, where he scored 52 runs off 69 deliveries.Pakistan squad for ICC World Cup 2023Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Haris Rauf, M Wasim Jnr, Hasan Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha.Travelling reserves: Mohammad Haris, Abrar Ahmed, Zaman KhanPakistan’s warm-up matches schedule:September 29 — vs New Zealand in HyderabadOctober 3 — vs Australia in HyderabadPakistan’s schedule for the ICC World Cup 2023:October 6 – vs Netherlands in HyderabadOctober 10 – vs Sri Lanka in HyderabadOctober 14 – vs India in AhmedabadOctober 20 – vs Australia in BengaluruOctober 23 – vs Afghanistan in ChennaiOctober 27 – vs South Africa in ChennaiOctober 31 – vs Bangladesh in KolkataNovember 4 – vs New Zealand Bengaluru (Day match)November 11 – vs England in KolkataThe day matches will start at 10:00 am Pakistan Standard Time (PST) while all other matches will be day-night fixtures, starting at 01:30 pm (PST).
Sohail Imran
Sohail Imran is a senior reporter for Geo News.
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