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 Kaif, Pathan, Patel positive about playing at international level
6th Jul 2007 20:18 IST
Agencies
On the eve of the selection of India 'A' team's tour to Kenya and Zimbabwe, all rounder Mohammad Kaif and fast bowlers Irfan Pathan and Munaf Patel sounded positive about getting back to playing at the international level.
Dennis Lillee, former Australian speedster and consultant coach of MRF Pace Foundation in Chennai, told reporters at the end of his 14-day stint at the academy that both Pathan and Patel were close to bowling at their usual best and Kaif was in his elements. "Now the bowlers need to play a few matches to assess themselves," Lillee said.
Later the Indian players told reporters that they are keen on playing for the country 'at any level, if selected'.
Kaif said he had decided to come to MRF, mainly because they have the best bowlers in India and also a few international bowlers.
"I came here mainly to hone my skills in batting and bowling. Here they have the best of facilities and talents. I am ready to serve the country. Of course, it is tough to replace people who are doing well in the senior team. But I will perform with a goal to get back in the side'.
Pathan and Patel, who said they would continue to train here since no domestic matches were scheduled now, were happy on their recovery and being able to bowl at full steam.
"I came here for rehabilitation and training. Gregory King and John Gloster gave the schedule to Ramji Srinivasan of MRF. He had done an excellent job in our fitness levels being what it is today. I am more than happy that both Dennis and Sekar (chief coach) were able to advise and correct my wrongdoing. I am looking forward to playing in competitive matches', Pathan said. |
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