After Akhtar’s spell, the batting became easier for us, and we were able to save the Test match, and the match ended in a draw,” Pathan added. This article suggests three such fast bowling all-rounders who can replace Pandya in the Indian ODI squad in the future. “Akhtar was sledging. Talking about his humanitarian works amid the coronavirus pandemic, Irfan said that it was his duty to give it back to the society.He added that it was the most satisfying feeling in the world. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Former India pacer Irfan Pathan opened up about an incident from the past when he and wicketkeeper-batsman MS Dhoni combined to sledge Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar. He would regularly make life intense for batsmen with his capacity to swing the ball the two different ways. After the 2008 IPL, questions were raised over Pathan's willingness to play all three formats. At that moment, India were reeling at 281-5, still 307 runs behind Pakistan’s first-innings total of 588, and desperately needed a partnership to make a comeback in the game. Irfan has also been actively involved in spreading awareness amid the COVID-19 outbreak. I just kept pushing myself. CATEGORY: India, Irfan Pathan, MS Dhoni, News, Pakistan. Discussing his commitment in the midst of the pandemic, Irfan Pathan said that it was his obligation to give it back to society. Covid pandemic offers a chance to construct better buildings for future. He would often make life tough for batsmen with his ability to swing the ball both ways. I am full time content writer and loves to write the articles related to sports.

His motto of life is Eat, Sleep, Cricket, REPEAT!! Irfan’s noteworthy bowling credits even prompted individuals looking at him the Indian legend–Kapil Dev. (He) used me higher in the batting order (when) besides bowling with the new ball," he said. It was because for the love of the game and the red ball moving away from my hand. For me, it has been a surprisingly positive turn of events since I was unable to set aside out effort for my family in the wake of stopping cricket.

Irfan Pathan was known for his superb swing and crease development. Akhtar continued sledging us, and the ball started to reverse. For me, it has been a surprisingly positive turn of events since I was unable to set aside out effort for my family in the wake of stopping cricket. However, in the latter stage of his career, Irfan was often criticized for reduction in his bowling speed. Irfan Pathan wore the national shirt in 29 Tests, 120 ODIs and 24 T20Is in which he scalped 100, 173 and 28 wickets individually. he questioned. When asked about it Irfan said that it was his "responsibility" to bring his shy brother in limelight. It is also our responsibility to help our people. ALSO READ: “You need to talk about it, We use the word taboo in a wrong way” – Monty Panesar. Former India pacer Irfan Pathan on Sunday said he never lost his swing, contrary to the general perception at that time, and added blaming then-coach Greg Chappell for his downfall was a cover-up. “I know a lot of players who have helped people and stayed away from the limelight. Irfan Pathan says fast bowlers need to 'forget about reverse swing' until COVID-19 restrictions ease up ... Jimmy Anderson consistently bowling short of length was an indicator that even conventional swing was bit of a problem due to lack of saliva during the first international cricket …

“I went down and joined Dhoni and asked how’s the pitch is behaving, he responded by saying, ‘nothing much, you just bat’. Credits go to these players since they have made quick bowling delightful to watch. "Unfortunately we didn't have those kind of machines at that time which (would) make clear that why I am getting back pain. But, one of the biggest challenges for both Irfan and Dhoni was Akhtar, who was bowling at the speed of over 150kph consistently.