T20 World Cup Clash
As Pakistan and Canada face off in today’s T20 World Cup match, Canadian fast bowler Kaleem Sana is eyeing the wickets of Pakistani openers Babar Azam and wicket-keeper Mohammad Rizwan.
Pakistan-born Sana expressed his strategy, stating that as he bowls with the new ball, his primary targets would naturally be Rizwan and Babar.
Sana, a Pakistani-Canadian bowler and an old friend of Babar, has shared the cricket field with the Pakistani skipper since their under-19 days.
The match between Pakistan and Canada holds significant importance for Pakistan, whose T20 World Cup journey is hanging by a thread.
To stay in the tournament, Pakistan must win both of their upcoming high-stakes group matches, with their chances tied to the United States losing both of their matches against India and Ireland.
Despite his friendship with Babar, Sana asserts that it won’t affect his performance, and he doesn’t feel pressure while bowling to the world number four batsman.
Having played with Pakistani players, Sana believes he understands their strengths and weaknesses.
Reflecting on his cricket journey, Sana recalls playing with Babar for eight years since their under-16 days, with both being selected for the U-19 World Cup team in 2010. Despite being born and raised in Pakistan, Sana now represents Canada in cricket.
Regarding support for today’s match, Sana acknowledges that his family and friends in Pakistan may have divided loyalties, supporting him but ultimately rooting for Pakistan’s victory.
He emphasizes the high morale and thorough preparation of the Canadian team for the World Cup, aiming to clinch victories and personally targeting six to eight wickets in the tournament.
As the match unfolds, Sana and the Canadian team are poised to give their best against Pakistan, hoping to make a mark in the T20 World Cup arena.
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