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Former South Africa fast bowler Wayne Parnell has hailed Pakistan’s rising all-rounder Maaz Sadaqat as the country’s “next superstar” following his impressive performances in the ongoing Nepal Premier League.
Maaz is currently representing Janakpur Bolts, who are being led by Parnell in the tournament. The 20-year-old Pakistani has made an immediate impact in his debut stint, underlining his value as a genuine all-rounder.
In three appearances so far, Maaz has scored 95 runs at an average of 31.66, striking at a breathtaking rate of 179.24.
His contribution with the ball has been equally notable, as he has claimed three wickets at an average of 26 while maintaining an economy rate of 6.50.
Parnell, clearly impressed by the youngster’s composure and match awareness, publicly praised Maaz on social media.
Taking to Instagram, the Proteas veteran shared a mirror selfie with the Pakistani all-rounder and captioned it: “Pakistan’s next superstar, Maaz Sadaqat.”
Only last month, Maaz Sadaqat played a central role in Pakistan Shaheens’ title run at the Asia Cup Rising Stars Championship, where his all-round brilliance earned him the Player of the Tournament award.
Batting with exceptional consistency, Maaz finished the eight-team competition as the leading run-scorer with 258 runs in five innings at a staggering average of 129, including two unbeaten half-centuries.
With the ball, he remained just as lethal, snaring seven wickets at a superb average of 7.42 and an economy rate of 4.33.
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