Pakistani pacer Mohammad Abbas talking to Geo Information at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. — Reporter
NOTTINGHAM: Pakistan’s premier pink ball quick bowler Mohammad Abbas devoted his Nottinghamshire debut efficiency within the county championship to the Pakistani armed forces who gave a befitting response to Indian aggression.
The quick bowler ripped by the opponent Hampshire’s batting line up within the first innings with figures of 5 for 31 in 15 overs, enjoying a pivotal position in bundling out Hampshire for 196 at Trent Bridge. His devastating seam bowling spell handed Nottinghamshire a big 137-run lead within the ongoing County Championship Division One match.
In a poignant second which completely aligned his profitable Nottinghamshire debut with Pakistani forces victory over India, the quick bowler devoted his stellar efficiency to the Pakistani navy.
“I want to dedicate this performance to our brave Pakistani forces — the army, navy, and air force — who, stationed at the country’s borders even at this moment, have been fighting with such valour and bravery against the enemy forces,” said Abbas.
“We Pakistanis want peace in this world and with our neighbouring countries. But if we are forced into war again and again, then the way our armed forces have retaliated on this occasion, I am sure they will continue to respond in the same manner in any further misadventures by the Indian forces.”
The 34-year-old was quick to acknowledge the support of his teammates and the management, including head coach Peter Moores and captain Haseeb Hameed.
“Everyone in the team is happy with my performance. Even my pals in the Hampshire team appreciated it, since I’ve played for them in the past three seasons and I know their strengths and weaknesses. Wherever I play, I try to give my hundred percent.”
Abbas’s return to Nottinghamshire had been lengthy awaited. He initially signed with the membership in 2020, however the COVID-19 pandemic delayed his debut. After 4 profitable seasons with Hampshire, throughout which he claimed 180 red-ball wickets, the baller rejoined Nottinghamshire on a six-match deal.
