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PSL 2016 success inevitable, says Viv Richards

Karachi: Former West Indies captain Viv Richards has said that the success of the inaugural edition of the Pakistan Super League seems inevitable, insisting that the lucrative T20 tournament will be an ideal platform for the country’s raw talents to hone their skills and abilities. The 63-year-old cricketing legend, who will mentor PSL franchise Quetta Gladiators, also emphasised that Pakistan have… Continue reading PSL 2016 success inevitable, says Viv Richards

Viv Richards © Getty Images
Viv Richards © Getty Images

Karachi: Former West Indies captain Viv Richards has said that the success of the inaugural edition of the Pakistan Super League seems inevitable, insisting that the lucrative T20 tournament will be an ideal platform for the country’s raw talents to hone their skills and abilities. The 63-year-old cricketing legend, who will mentor PSL franchise Quetta Gladiators, also emphasised that Pakistan have no dearth of talented cricketers and asserted that he doesn’t find any reason the PSL was not going to succeed, the Dawn reported.

Recalling his playing days, Richards said that he had always enjoyed playing against Pakistan because of their aggressive mindset, adding that this was the only team which had created problems for them. The PSL is slated to begin from Thursday in the United Arab Emirates. The glittering tournament will also feature international superstars like Chris Gayle, Kevin Pietersen, Lasith Malinga, Luke Wright, Grant Elliott and Tim Bresnan.

Pakistan T20 skipper Shahid Afridi believes that the first edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) can help the senior players to regain their form, and added that the league would also provide a good platform for youngsters to learn.

Pakistan had recently suffered a 1-2 T20 series loss against New Zealand following their three-wicket defeat in the final match in Auckland. Reflecting on the defeat, Afridi said that his side failed to perform as per their standards, but insisted that they have a potential to rise, the Dawn reported.

The 35-year-old stressed that his side learned a lot on the tour and would perform better in the upcoming World T20 in India. The PSL is slated to be held in the United Arab Emirates from February 4 to February 23.

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