Teenage pace sensation Mohammad Aamer - A hope for Pakistan

Pakistan’s teenage pace sensation Mohammad Aamer is hoping to make his presence felt in the World Twenty20 championship. Rated very highly by former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram, Aamer said that if given a chance in the 12-nation spectacle starting at Lord’s here Friday, he won’t disappoint his idol.

“He (Akram) is my idol and I will try my best not to disappoint him,” said the 17-year-old fast bowler, who was a surprise selection in the 15-man Pakistan squad.

Meanwhile, a Pakistan team official said Friday that there is a big possibility that the team might field Aamer in their opening match against England at the Oval Sunday. Team coach Intikhab Alam said that Aamer can add some more firepower to Pakistan pace attack for what he believes is a crunch match. Pakistan is looking to strengthen their bowling attack that failed to fire in the two warm-up games earlier this week.

Intikhab Alam said that Aamer has been bowling well in the nets and did a fine job during the practice game against India Wednesday which the team lost by nine wickets.

“Aamer is a fantastic new talent and we have great hopes in him,” said Intikhab, a former Pakistan captain.

“He is a serious contender to play in the opening game against England,” added the coach.

Intikhab said that Pakstan will finalise its line-up for the match against England following a team meeting Saturday evening.