Azam Khan keen to improve fitness, game against pace

Azam Khan’s rampant innings of 72 runs off 41 deliveries took Islamabad United to a six-wicket win over Karachi Kings on Friday in HBL Pakistan Super League.

The right-handed batsman was pumped up to work on his fitness and aimed to improve more in the upcoming matches. While talking in the post-match conference, Azam said that he understands the importance of athletic fitness.

"Allah has made me perform so much. I'm happy and really thankful for that. I'm not denying that I need to work on my fitness – I have to work very hard on myself, and God-willing, you will see me working hard on myself in the future," Azam said.

"Last year, I wasn't that good against pace, but this year, I'm averaging 40 at the strike rate of 155. I always check my stats and I'm never satisfied, so I always try to improve. I've improved against pace, but I still prefer facing spin because I know I can be more dominant against it," he added.

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Azam managed to remain unbeaten while pursuing the 202-run chase, helping Islamabad to land a win in 19.2 overs.

Islamabad maintained control of the run chase with the help of a magnificent century partnership between Azam Khan and Faheem Ashraf - 124 runs in 69 balls.