‘All-rounder’ Rehman benefits from coach’s advice
Abdur Rehman. -Photo by AFP
Pakistan’s left-arm spinner Abdur Rehman was named man of the match after picking up six for 75 against New Zealand at the Seddon Park, Hamilton, and in the process helping his country to a 10-wicket thrashing of the hosts on Sunday.
Rehman, playing only his fifth test, revealed he followed the advice of coaches and made subtle adjustments to his bowling, keeping the conditions in mind.
“The pitch was good for me on the first day, and I was told by my coaches to use my pace more,” he said.
But it wasn’t just his bowling that put Pakistan into a winning position. Rehman also scored a vital 28 in a 76-run stand with Adnan Akmal which eventually pushed Pakistan’s score to 367.
“My team needed me to bat well and I got a 50 against South Africa in Abu Dhabi, so I just went out there and tried my best,” the 30-year-old added.
well done maana G (thats what i call you mate) well done as I knew it that you would prove your mettle. You are a dear friend and more like a brother to me and shall remain always whether you play cricket or do something else. My prayers are with you always.
Well hes not like other players who have high heads and have snobbish attitude. He is one of the most down to earth person one can ever meet. Hes my mate and and I am proud of him.
Well done Rehman..You looked really good in all the games I have watched you in…
Work hard on your batting my dear…become irreplaceable…that is the key at the level you are now…
donot become KHALLIFA, LAZZY etc like the other talented Pakistani Players who squandered there talent…OPPORTUNITY ONLY KNOCKS ONCE!