Pakistan Have Come to T20 World Cup Full of Confidence, Says Kane Williamson

Sharjah, October 25: New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson stated the Pakistan crew has come to the T20 World Cup "full of confidence" and the Babar Azam-led facet on Sunday confirmed why they're one of the favourites within the competitors. Shaheen Afridi, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan helped Pakistan register a well-known 10-wicket victory over India within the ongoing T20 World Cup on Sunday.

"Yeah, I mean, it was a fantastic performance. I think Pakistan have come to the T20 World Cup full of confidence, having played in these conditions more than most," stated Williamson within the pre-match press convention as per ICC.

"They certainly put it on the show last night and showed why they're one of the favourites in the competition," he added.

This was the primary time that India has misplaced a T20I by 10 wickets. Coincidentally, that is additionally the primary time that Pakistan has received a T20I by 10 wickets. Pakistan will now tackle New Zealand and Kiwis skipper Williamson is cautious of the robust facet they've to face on Tuesday. PAK vs NZ Preview: Likely Playing XIs, Key Battles, Head to Head and Other Things You Need To Know About T20 World Cup 2021 Match 19.

"Tomorrow I'm sure they'll be very strong again, so for us, it's focusing on the cricket that we want to play and trying to adjust to conditions," stated Williamson. "I think we'll see throughout this tournament at the three different venues that each venue will probably be playing a little bit differently, so that will be an important factor for us," he added.

The Blackcaps had deserted their tour of Pakistan following a New Zealand authorities safety alert in September this yr. The Kiwis have been slated to play their first match on Pakistan soil since 2003.

Speaking about the identical, Williamson stated, "It was a really disappointing situation. I know the team that was there were very much looking forward to the occasion and playing cricket over in Pakistan, and it was a real shame that it wasn't able to go ahead."

"Yeah, having said that, I suppose the focus now is here at the T20 World Cup, and no doubt after last night's performance, Pakistan have some momentum and are feeling pretty good about their cricket. ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Points Table, Super 12: Afghanistan Topple Pakistan to Lead Group 2 Standings.

"But there are additionally lots of good relations throughout the two groups. Over the years they've performed lots towards one another, and a quantity of gamers have performed with one another, as properly. I'm certain it's going to be performed in the correct spirit, however little question Pakistan might be properly supported, as they all the time are right here within the UAE," he signed off.

(This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, SociallyKeeda Staff could not have modified or edited the content material physique)