Interview with Sami Aslam
Sami Aslam is a Pakistani cricketer. He is a left-hand batsman and occasional right arm medium pace bowler. He was a part of the Pakistan Under-19 cricket team that took part in the 2012 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup in Australia. He was captain of Pakistan under-19 team during ICC World Cup 2014 in UAE.
Tell me about your school/college/university life? What is your education?
I was born in Lahore and have lived all my life in Lahore as well, my school life was very good I through out enjoyed it. I was good student in my childhood. I got some good marks in my matric exams then i went to Government College Lahore for my higher studies.
When and why you started to playing Cricket?
I am playing cricket since my childhood and my interest was on totally cricket, I always wanted to play for team Pakistan and I knew I can play for my National side. Right now I am done with my under-19 career and now looking forward for the permanent member of team Pakistan.
Who is your inspiration?
Saeed Anwar is my enthusiasm. I generally see him the way he bats I simply love it. I generally attempt to play like him however in present players you can say Suresh Raina (India) is my most loved player, he is so hit into while batting. He can hit the dish of the ground also he can stop the ball ordinarily at whatever point his team need it.
If I’m not wrong then you was in the 30-day training camp organized at Gaddafi Stadium. How you felt after training with intl. players like Misbah & Afridi?
That being said, you know this is a fantasy for an adolescent to play or practice with enormous players like Shahid Afridi and Misbah-ul-haq. They let me know valuable tips which will be help me in future beyond any doubt in sha ALLAH.
Do you think, you can solve the opening-pair problem of Pakistan’s intl. Team?
I think yes, on the grounds that I can stay on wicket for long time on the off chance that you see my valuable record I have done four centuries in five matches which is an answer of your inquiry.
How much experience did you get from U-19 World Cup?
Obviously to play for under-19 for Pakistan is likewise an enormous accomplishment for me and I got some great experience from it. You know while you are playing in less than 19 group you likewise go out of nations and see their society and climate which helps you when you run with senior group.
With whom you would like to bat? Ahmed Shehzad or Mohammad Hafeez?
Both of are my top choice, I would run with any of them.
What are the advantages of having good opening partner?
Actually, when you have a decent opener with you, you generally stay unwind on the other side. On the off chance that both players can turn the score then both can make score for the group which is a decent sign. Along these lines, yes its great to have a strong opener.
Since Pakistan has had an opener drought for such a long time, there are a lot of expectations of you at this young age, does you feel pressurized by this media hype?
I think No, I don't have any weight of media. I have accept on my self I can play for Pakistan and I am good player on the off chance that you see my stats. My full center is on my cricket and simply cricket.
Why Pakistan u-19 lost world cup 14?
We were in final with South Africa, I had believe we could win this final, everything was going and on the other side the wicket was not like a flat asian wicket. There was soat much bounce on that Dubai wicket which was good for Africans. One of the biggest reason was our middle order didn’t clicked.
Who is your favorite player in current Pakistan’s team?
Misbah-ul-haq is my favorite is current team because he always handles the situation and he can stay on wicket for a long time as well.
Which is your favorite shot to play?
My favorite shot is cut shot but sometimes I really like to play full against pacers.
Why our domestic cricket is not so strong?
No comments on it.
Comparison between under-19 cricket and international level cricket?
There is some bit contrast on the grounds that the environment of global cricket is so distinction then under-19. You likewise go out of nation with under-19 however you know worldwide cricket is something other than what's expected, each match goes live too which can make weight on a player at some point.
Who has been the toughest opponent so far in your career?
The under-19 quick bowler of South African K. Rabada in light of the fact that in the last of icc under-19 world cup he was astounding 92mph and I truly thought he is bit hard to play.
Which sort of music do you listen to?
I do not have interest in music but only sometimes I listen some sort of romantic music.
If you weren't be a cricketer, what would you be?
I would be a student, but I always though to be a cricketer nothing else.
Which is your favorite ground in the world?
Cape town is my favorite ground you know the mountains, its beautiful.
Where do you see yourself in next 5 years years?
I am looking my self in team Pakistan in next 5 years, as you know I have also participated in previous summer camp so yes selectors have an eye on me.
What do you like to do in your free time away from cricket?
I like to spent time with my family when I do not play cricket.
Which team is favorite in World Cup 2015?
I think Pakistan because we have a good bowling line up and the wickets in Australia & New Zealand are bit bouncy and our batting is not so bad as well. Our batsmen should play some positive cricket.
Any Message for your fans?
Remember me in your precious prayers and always be true and focus on your goal. Do not worry what people are saying just focus on what you want.
Me; Well, thank you so much Sami for giving me your time, i wish you all the best for your future.
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