All-rounder Sohail Tanvir is likely to make a Twenty20 International (T20I) comeback after a 10-month-long hiatus during Pakistan's one-off contest against England at Old Trafford, Manchester today. The 31-year-old last donned Pakistan's colours in November 2015 in a T20I contest against England at the United Arab Emirates.
Dawn: After performing in CPL you're now coming back in the national side, how are you feeling?
Sohail Tanvir: I am very happy. When you wear the green shirt, it gives you happiness ─ unmatched happiness. There are financial benefits attached to playing in leagues around the world, but nothing is bigger than playing for your country.
I am in good rhythm and in good form. I have bowled consistently in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and the Pakistan Cup. I hope that I'll carry the form to the international level.
There was only one match; It is difficult to make comebacks. It was a bit harsh to drop me after I was the highest wicket taker for Pakistan in 2015.
"I'm at a stage where I want to play cricket consistently."
Dawn: Your performance in the leagues has been better than that for Pakistan. What are the reasons behind this?
Sohail: I don't think I have underperformed for Pakistan.
Every player goes through ups and down. In my case, when I am going through a rough patch, there are some people who exploit that.
In leagues, you have chances to cover up for poor performances. But, in international cricket there are only a few games in a series and if you are playing in only one format that is a disadvantage for you.
I bowl two overs in powerplay and two in the death. My economy rate is 7.15, which is not bad. I have one wicket per game, which is again not bad.