Mohammad Amir hoping to create the best memories of his life and seal Test triumph

Sport360 staff 19:31 30/05/2018
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  • Mohammad Amir was on form at Lord's.

    Mohammad Amir is ready to withstand an England fightback in pursuit of “the best memory” of his life.

    Amir helped to bowl Pakistan to a nine-wicket win at Lord’s which has put them on track for a series victory, with the second NatWest Test due to begin at Headingley on Friday.

    The left-arm seamer, who took five wickets at HQ, is proud already of the tourists’ success so far, but is wary of dwelling on it against opponents he expects to respond significantly.

    “Winning games at Lord’s – the home of cricket – it is very hard to win (in England),” he said.

    “We did well at Lord’s, but it’s passed now.

    “Everybody knows England are a very good side – I think one of the best sides in Test cricket – and they will come harder at us here.

    “But we are ready for that challenge.”

    If Pakistan can maintain their advantage, Amir will treasure the prize.

    “It’s a big achievement winning in Test cricket in England against England at home,” he said.

    “If we win the series I think it will be the best memory of my life.”

    Mohammad Abbas was Pakistan’s most potent seamer at Lord’s, with eight wickets, while Hasan Ali took four in the first innings – and Amir believes they all have bowling coach Azhar Mahmood to thank.

    “Credit goes to all the bowlers, especially Mohammad Abbas,” he said.

    “He’s bowling very well – and Hasan Ali.

    “(But) credit goes to Azhar Mahmood (as well). He’s working hard with us and keeps telling us, ‘Pitch the ball up, pitch the ball up’.

    “I think that was the main difference at Lord’s.

    “We are looking for the same here, and I always give the credit to Azhar Mahmood because he is working so hard – and he is the man behind this.”

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