[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Rassie van der Dussen of Islamabad United and South Africa believes that the eighth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) will be difficult for batters. The South African batter told a news source on the sidelines of Islamabad United’s practise session ahead of their match against Karachi Kings that he would rather be a part of a winning squad than focus on personal milestones.
Rassie, who was drafted in previous PSL editions but was unable to play due to a variety of factors, expressed his delight at finally being able to compete in the tournament. “I’ve been picked before but unfortunately, I couldn’t make it. So, it’s good to be finally here, and I’m really looking forward to the challenge of playing in Pakistan. I’ve been here for a Test series before. I love the country the people have always been welcoming.”
Last time it was during a COVID bubble. So now it’s better to actually interact with people and see everyone, he said. The South African batter said that Islamabad has a strong team and hoped to contribute in making it a successful campaign for his team.
“I will try to fit into that mould as you say Islamabad has always played expansive aggressive cricket, so, I want to be part of it. I want to be consistent for the team and I suppose at the end of the day you know personal goals don’t mean too much. I want to just be part of a winning team,” he said. “If you look at how football is being played these days, it’s more your club than your country, there are certain windows for international soccer or football. But I believe it will be difficult,” he said.
“But at the same time, a lot of cricket means a lot of opportunities for different players and for the world to see different skills and different talents and which is also a good thing. “Obviously, the international game takes precedence; everyone wants to play for their country, but there has to be some balance in terms of leagues and international cricket coexisting,” the South African batter concluded.
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