(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Hasan Nawaz Faces Learning Curve in International Cricket After Another Early Dismissal
Hasan Nawaz’s adjustment to international cricket continues to be a work in progress, with the young batter facing another early exit during the second T20I against Bangladesh in Dhaka. The 22-year-old was dismissed for a duck, extending a difficult run in T20 Internationals.
Despite a six-ball stay at the crease, Hasan was unable to open his account, placing him among the top players with the most ducks in a calendar year in T20Is for ICC full member nations.
Most T20I Ducks in a Calendar Year (Full Members):
| Player | Ducks | Year | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Ngarava | 6 | 2024 | Zimbabwe |
| Hasan Nawaz | 5 | 2025 | Pakistan |
| Regis Chakabva | 5 | 2022 | Zimbabwe |
| Blessing Muzarabani | 5 | 2024 | Zimbabwe |
| Sanju Samson | 5 | 2024 | India |
Most T20I Ducks for Pakistan:
| Player | Matches | Ducks |
|---|---|---|
| Umar Akmal | 84 | 10 |
| Shahid Afridi | 98 | 8 |
| Kamran Akmal | 58 | 7 |
| Mohammad Hafeez | 119 | 7 |
| Babar Azam | 128 | 7 |
| Umar Gul | 60 | 6 |
| Imad Wasim | 75 | 6 |
| Shadab Khan | 112 | 6 |
| Fakhar Zaman | 95 | 6 |
| Hasan Nawaz | 10 | 5 |
The Pakistan team as a whole has struggled in the challenging conditions of Bangladesh and New Zealand, making it clear that the issues go beyond any one player. Hasan Nawaz, still early in his international journey, is learning to adapt to these varied playing environments.
Looking ahead, the focus now shifts to Pakistan’s upcoming tour of the West Indies. With the Asia Cup and T20 World Cup on the horizon, the coming months will offer Hasan more opportunities to find his rhythm and prove his potential on the global stage.
Conclusion:
Cricket careers, especially for young players, often involve ups and downs. Hasan Nawaz has already shown flashes of brilliance in domestic cricket and, with support and experience, he is likely to evolve into a key player for Pakistan in the future.
