“Don't know why I wasn't called up for national camp”: Usman Qadir

Pakistan leg-spinner, Usman Qadir, expressed his determination to make a strong comeback to the national cricket team. 

In an interview with a local media channel, Qadir acknowledged that improving his performance was the key to earning a team spot and emphasized the importance of actions over mere statements.

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The 29-year-old, who was dropped from the national team, had hopes of being called up for the spinners' camp but unfortunately did not receive the opportunity. Despite this setback, he maintained a positive mindset and remained undeterred. 

"I want to make a comeback in the Pakistan team but I need to improve my performance. There is no point in giving statements without performance," Qadir said.

"After being dropped from the national team, I was hopeful about being called up for the spinners' camp, but that was not the case. However, this doesn't affect my morale since I always try to keep a positive mindset. I can only make a comeback in the side if I do well in domestic cricket and leagues," he added.

Regarding his fitness, Qadir reassured that he was currently facing no issues in that regard. He also expressed confusion over why he was not called up for the camp and also stated that he was unaware of the exact reason behind his previous exclusion from the national side.

"I'm facing no fitness issues now, but I don't know why I wasn't called up for the camp. I also don't know the reason why I was dropped from the side," he said.

While discussing his fellow spinners, Usama Mir and Shadab Khan, who have performed well for the national team, Qadir conveyed his happiness for their success.

"Usama Mir and Shadab Khan have done well for the national side, and I'm happy for them," he said. 

"I also want to make a name for myself as an all-rounder," he concluded.