“Staying calm was the key”: Hasan Ali on his spell against Quetta Gladiators

LAHORE: Karachi Kings fast bowler Hasan Ali expressed confidence in his side’s momentum after playing a pivotal role in their thrilling 14-run victory over Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.

Hasan starred with the ball, returning figures of 4-27 to help Karachi Kings successfully defend a total of 181-7 at the Gaddafi Stadium.

Reflecting on the team’s strong start, Hasan emphasized the importance of carrying the momentum forward.

“It’s a great feeling to start the season with a win, and it was a very good victory,” Hasan said. “Hopefully, we can carry this momentum forward in the upcoming matches.”

He credited the batting unit for setting up the game and highlighted how the bowlers executed their plans despite an early setback in the power play.

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“Our batters put up a very good total against Quetta, so the plan with the ball was to hit the right areas,” he explained.

“Even though we didn’t bowl as well as we wanted in the powerplay, credit goes to our spinners who bowled in the right areas and helped us make a comeback. Later, the fast bowlers capitalized on that and executed well.”

Hasan Ali also spoke about his personal comeback during the match after conceding 16 runs in his first over, stressing the importance of composure under pressure.

“It’s very important to control your nerves and stay calm,” he said.

“I strongly believe there’s always a chance to make a comeback, and cricket gives you that second opportunity. My plan was to recover those runs in my next spell and deliver for the team, and thankfully, it worked.”

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Looking ahead, the experienced pacer outlined both his individual and team ambitions for the tournament.

“There are always individual goals, like becoming the best bowler of the season,” Hasan noted.

“But more importantly, I want to perform when my team needs me the most and help lead Karachi Kings to victory. Individual and team goals go hand in hand.”

Karachi Kings will now take on defending champions Lahore Qalandars in their next fixture on Sunday, 29 March, at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.

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