Veteran leg-spinner
Imran Tahir believes that the wicket of top-order batsman Martin Guptill was
the turning point of the match between Multan Sultan and Karachi Kings.
The Kings were going through innings rebuilding phase after
losing Sharjeel Khan early chasing a 177-runs target on Thursday.
However, Tahir had other plans as he bowled the veteran New
Zealand opener in the 9th over of the innings to put Kings on the back foot.
While speaking in a video released by the Pakistan Cricket
Board, Tahir termed the victory as ‘important’ for the side.
“The victory is very important for us to get the momentum
back,” he said. “I think Guptill’s wicket was a big one. The run-rate was going
up and they needed to go at the bowlers. Every bowler contributed in the
victory, they did well overall.”
Tahir went on to praise Babar Azam, who according to him is
a ‘world-class batsman’.
“I think he deserves credit here,” said the 42-year-old
regarding Babar who finished with an unbeaten 85 off 63. “He is a world-class
batsman for a reason. He played exceptionally well.”
Tahir further went on to express optimism that Sultans will
be able to continue the momentum going forward.
“We are lucky to have a week to prepare for the game,” said
Tahir. “We had a good practice and we got the reward. Hopefully, we can carry
on like that.”
Sultans will next face Peshawar Zalmi in the match 21 on
Sunday.
