Umar Amin inspired by Younis Khan’s presence in Peshawar Zalmi dugout

SHARJAH: Peshawar Zalmi batsman Umar Amin said on Friday he takes his inspiration from legendary former cricketer and team mentor Younis Khan, whom he credits for his improved batting technique.

“I consider myself very lucky to have Younis Khan in our dressing room. He guides us, he is helping me with technical stuff,” Amin said, adding that he has been getting tips to play the ball more quickly.

The left-handed batsman, who hit 61 not out off 39 balls against Lahore Qalandars to start his PSL campaign on a blistering note, said he is aiming to be among the top three batsmen by the end of this tournament. 

“I’m just taking it game by game and trying to live in the present. I want to be better with every passing match,” he shared when asked if he is targetting a spot in the World Cup squad for Pakistan.

“I’m enjoying the PSL. It’s up to the selectors to decide who to pick,” Amin added.

The 29-year old said the players are craving to play in front of their home crowd when the PSL action comes to Karachi and Lahore in the latter part of the tournament next month.