Saqlain seeks ICC’s support to restore world cricket in Pakistan

DUBAI: The inventor of mystery bowling in cricket world Saqlain Mushtaq has asked the International Cricket council (ICC) to support Pakistan for the restoration of international cricket in the country.

Legendary off-spinner Saqlain Mushtaq was talking to Geo News at the ICC Cricket Academy during the practice match of Peshawar Zalmi and Quetta Gladiator played in Dubai. Currently, Saqlain Mushtaq, is a spin bowling consultant of Peshawar Zalmi.

“Pakistan’s talent in the game of cricket is not stoppable so the world’s cricketing body should help Pakistan to bring back the game to cricket-loving-country”, he further added. Former off-spinner expressed a hope that the Pakistan Super League's (PSL) is a milestone to restore international cricket in Pakistan.

The 41-year-old has previously had coaching stints with the England national team but has never been employed by the Pakistan Cricket Board. Replying to a question of new Saqlain Mushtaq of current era, he answered with a smile that Pakistan has ability to produce better spinners as compare to him.

Saqlain Mushtaq had introduced his mystery delivery in international cricket famously named “Doosra.” He acknowledged the talent of Pakistan is matchless but it requires polish. The third edition of PSL which begins on February 22 will see two of its playoffs in Lahore, while the final is slated to be played at Karachi's National Stadium on March 25. In the opening match, defending champions Peshawar Zalmi will square off with new franchise the Multan Sultans.