Karachi (Sports Desk): Pakistan national cricket team all-rounder Arafat Minhas has credited his impressive performances to a positive mindset, consistent hard work and discipline. He said his training routine remains unchanged, regardless of whether he experiences success or failure.
Arafat Minhas said winning the Player of the Series award in the tri-nation ODI series boosted his confidence. His priority is to deliver his best performance for Pakistan in every match.
He explained that after losing early wickets in the final, he tried to take the match into the final overs by building a partnership with Hasan Nawaz. Both players were familiar with each other’s abilities, while batting became relatively easier after the ball was changed. According to him, one big over turned the match in Pakistan’s favour.
Arafat Minhas said playing in front of a large crowd boosts confidence, but it is essential to remain composed under pressure and make the right decisions. He added that mental preparation, hard work and discipline are fundamental to succeeding across different formats.
It is worth noting that Arafat Minhas scored 149 runs and took 9 wickets in 5 matches during the tri-nation ODI series. In the final, he played a crucial innings of 61 runs off 31 balls and shared a 94-run partnership for the sixth wicket with Hasan Nawaz.