Ahmed Shehzad ready to bat in middle-order for Pakistan

Ahmed Shehzad plays through the covers. - ReutersLAHORE: Pakistan opener Ahmed Shehzad, who has been out of the side for the last five years, has stated that he is ready to bat in the middle-order.While talking to a group of reporters in Lahore, the 32-year-old is hoping to receive an opportunity after performances in domestic cricket. "I have been playing domestic cricket consistently for the past two and a half years. My performances for the country are evident to everyone, but my name hasn't been called up for the national team or the PSL," he said."I have continued to work hard, and my performance has been outstanding in the current season."My name was included in the camp based on domestic performance; now I hope to get a chance further ahead.Shehzad said he is hopeful to get a fair chance and hopes after attending the camp ahead of the New Zealand series in December last year, he can become part of the side."I am hopeful to get a fair chance since I want to contribute with my performance and experience."I have batted up the order and will prefer to that. As far as batting in middle order is concerned, I am willing to do anything for Pakistan but it is important to sit down and talk about the plan," he added.Meanwhile, he revealed that Chief Selector Wahab Riaz assured that despite not featuring in PSL 9, his performance in domestic T20 will be considered.He concluded by talking about the new PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi."He has many challenges ahead and he has done positive work as Caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab. The chairman has talked about merit, which is a very good thing." Sohail Imran Sohail Imran is a senior reporter for Geo News. Ahmed Shehzad Comments Submit مضمون کا ماخذ:گرم سے زیادہ گرم