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Pakistani spinner Yasir Shah makes bold claims on South Africa series

Pakistani spinner Yasir Shah makes bold claims on South Africa series

Pakistan leg-spinner Yasir Shah is keen on becoming the best bowler in theupcoming two-match Test series against South Africa on home soil.

The first Test in Karachi starts on January 26 and is followed by thesecond in Rawalpindi from February 4.

While speaking during a virtual press conference, Shah seemed confidentahead of the series.

“I’m fully fit and eager to perform well during the upcoming series. Wehave been doing scenario-based training for the past couple of days whichhas also helped a great deal. I’m confident about becoming the best bowlerin the upcoming Test series against South Africa,” said Shah.

He also highlighted the role played by the pitch and conditions whiletalking about the dip in his performance.

“As far as my performance is concerned, in the recent past, we have playedmore cricket in countries like Australia, England and New Zealand where therole of spinners is to support the fast-bowlers rather than being the mainwicket-taker. Asian conditions are more conducive for spin bowling ascompared to other countries,” he said.

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