Chris Gayle’s heroics inspire Sarfaraz as Pakistan prepares for the PM XI Sarfaraz Ahmed, the seasoned Pakistani cricketer is ready to face the challenges that lay ahead in the upcoming four-day game against PM XI. Recalling the inspiring innings of Chris Gayle at Manuka Oval, Sarfaraz said: “I remember watching Chris Gayle’s incredible innings of 200 runs against Zimbabwe at Manuka Oval. Now, as we brace ourselves for a four-day clash in Canberra against Australia, the weather seems to be good. This match holds an immense significance as it kickstarts the three-match test series against the formidable Australian team.” Expressing his confidence, Sarfaraz highlighted the strength of the Pakistani lineup. “Australia boasts good batters, but we are no less. With Abdullah, Babar, Imam, Saud, and Agha in our ranks, we are well-equipped for the challenge,” he declared. Sarfaraz praised the quality bowlers in his lineup. “Shaheen and Hasan are exceptional, ...

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A place in History at the Manuka Oval – Prime Minister’s XI Vs Sri Lanka -15th February 2017 The event was unique for the following reasons. 1) Courtesy extended by the Australian Prime Minister to a national team visiting for a very short tour. 2) The Toss by the two Prime Ministers with the captains in attendance. 3) Group photograph of the teams with both Prime Ministers. ​4​) The presence at the match of the Governor General H.E Peter Cosgrove and Lady Cosgrove in addition to the two Prime Ministers and some members of both Parliaments. Watching the game, right to left – High Commissioners Bryce Hutchesson and Skandakumar, Minister Wijayamuni Zoysa and Mrs Nayomi De Silva, , Minister Arjuna Ranatunge, John Miller Chairman Manuka Oval, David Peever, Chairman Cricket Australia, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, Professor Maithree Wickremesinghe, His Excellency the Governor General Peter Cosgrove and ...

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