I don't have time to interfere in Pakistan team’s selection: Wasim Akram

Former Pakistan great Wasim Akram has dispelled rumours that he interferes in Pakistan cricket team’s selection.

While speaking at an event on Saturday, the legendary pacer said that he has no time to push for certain players’ selection.

“Do you think I have so much time that I will call and tell Mohammad Wasim to pick certain players? I don’t have time man. I am not involved with Pakistan team or Pakistan Cricket Board, so I have nothing to do with it. If I have so much influence, well done to me then,” said Wasim.

Wasim also supported the inclusion of Sharjeel Khan in Pakistan squad but added that the opener still needs to improve his fitness.

“It is difficult to improve your fitness while staying in a bubble all the time. He is match winner and have all the skills required. At international level, if you look the part, you get the part. He will have to improve his fitness and he promised me during PSL that once he returns from South Africa, he will work on it during the two months gap,” he said.

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Former Pakistan captain also showed his support to under-fire chief selector Mohammad Wasim.

“Mohammad Wasim is the right man for the job. He has been coaching for the past three or four years and he is aware of everything going on in domestic cricket. There can be difference of opinion between Captain and chief selector, but that is normal and healthy,” he concluded.