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Shadab banking on Hasan, Hales ahead of HBL PSL 6

Islamabad United captain is hopeful that his side will put up a good show during the upcoming season

Shadab banking on Hasan, Hales ahead of HBL PSL 6 PHOTO: PCB/AFP

Islamabad United captain Shadab Khan is hopeful that his side will put up a good show during the upcoming sixth season of HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL), which begins on February 20.

While talking to Cricket Pakistan in an exclusive interview, Shadab had high expectations from pacer Hasan Ali and opener Alex Hales.

“Last year we did not perform according to expectations but we are very excited for the upcoming season and hopefully you will see better results from our team,” said Shadab.

“We were missing some players due to injuries while some were out of form. We will try to ensure that we don’t repeat the mistake we made last year,” he added.

He praised Hasan’s energy, along with his never give up attitude, and experience of Hales ahead of HBL PSL 6

“Hasan Ali is in good form which is why he will be useful addition in our side,” he said. “The likes of Hasan Ali and Faheem Ashraf have a never give up attitude which brings energy and helps in making the team successful.”

“We have high expectations from Alex Hales as he was in great touch during BBL and also has experience of playing in Asian conditions,” he added.

He also spoke about the role played by Bowling Consultant Rumman Raees during the upcoming edition of HBL PSL.

“It’s unfortunate that Rumi [Rumman] was not able to play for us, during the last couple of years, due to injuries. Rumman will be with us in a new role this year and, considering that we have lots of young players in the side, hopefully he can guide the youngsters especially with regards to bowling variations as he is really good at it,” he said.

Two-time winners Islamabad United will square off against Multan Sultans in their opening game of the event on February 21 in Karachi.