Lahore Qalandars’ Shakib Al Hasan emphasises significance of upcoming matches

Lahore Qalandars’ Shakib Al Hasan speaks to Geo Information forward of match in opposition to Karachi Kings on Could 22, 2025. — Geo Information

Star all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has highlighted the crucial significance of Lahore Qalandars’ upcoming matches, notably their conflict in opposition to Karachi Kings, because the crew pushes for a playoff spot within the Pakistan Tremendous League (PSL).

“A win was very important to qualify for the playoffs,” he acknowledged.

“Our match against Karachi Kings is very important. We have to win and that is our target at the moment. Karachi Kings are a very good team. We have to play our best cricket,” he added.

Shakib, who has witnessed the evolution of the PSL over the previous decade, famous: “I have seen the Pakistan Super League improve in 10 years.” 

He additional elaborated on his optimistic experiences within the league, stating: “I have played PSL before and it has always been good. Every time I came to PSL, the experience here has been good. PSL has grown a lot in the past 10 years. I have seen improvement.”

The veteran cricketer additionally shared his optimistic impressions of the Lahore Qalandars’ crew surroundings. 

“The atmosphere of Lahore Qalandars is very wonderful,” he remarked. He expressed his enjoyment of sharing the dressing room with quick bowlers like Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf, whom he has beforehand performed in opposition to. 

“Now I am sharing the dressing room with these fast bowlers. We are getting a chance to know each other,” he stated.

Addressing the problem of returning to cricket after a break, Shakib defined, “When you return to cricket after a long time, you are very excited. Along with being excited, you also have to see how your body is responding. Playing after a long time is a little different, but it has been good for me. The upcoming matches of Lahore Qalandars will definitely be good for me.”

Relating to his future in franchise cricket, Shakib indicated his want to proceed taking part in varied leagues, together with the PSL. 

“I would like to play in other leagues including the Pakistan Super League right now. I do not know what will happen in the next four to five months. I have contracts now. I will definitely play leagues,” he affirmed.

Wanting past franchise cricket, Shakib additionally commented on the upcoming Pakistan-Bangladesh T20 collection. He anticipates a “good series” between the 2 nations, highlighting the presence of a number of younger and keen gamers on each side.