Mohsin Khan all praise for Misbah-ul-Haq - Cricket News Update
The interim coach of Pakistan, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Misbah-ul-Haq-c1972, saying that his leadership qualities, not only on, but off the field have been instrumental to the success of the team over the past one year.
"He has led the side well not only on but off the field as well,” said Mohsin during a telephonic interview from Dubai.
“He communicates very well with the players and they respond to him. They now take pride in the fact that their victories are bringing joy to the Pakistani people everywhere in the world," he added further.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Waqar-Younis-Maitla-c96193 stepped down from the coaching position citing health problems, said he was impressed with Misbah and his men for defeating the world number one England
side by ten wickets inside three days.
After a successful 2011 season, the start in 2012 was perfect, but the Pakistan coach was quick to dispel any thoughts of being the best sides in the world, as he feels there is still a long way to go. He urged the side to work harder and be more professional
if they want to be among the top sides.
Even though the Pakistan team convincingly won the series opener, the interim coach has warned the side against complacency, as he expects the English players to comeback strongly in the second Test at Abu Dhabi.
“...we have to guard against is complacency and be prepared to play under pressure. The pressure is now on us as we upset the number one Test side," said Mohsin, a former Test player of http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Pakistan-c755.
The Pakistan coach said that his side would have an advantage over http://www.senore.com/Cricket/United-Arab-Emirates-c3033 (UAE) and know the conditions well.
Replying to a query regarding UAE wickets, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Mohsin-c77587 said that the pitches are slow and sluggish where batting is a big challenge.
He also praised the bowlers for delivering match-winning performances at the right time.
Second Test of the series begins in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, January 25, 2012.
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