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Pakistan chairman of selectors Wasim Bari gave full marks to the attitude and approach of enigmatic fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar but refused to guarantee him a place in the England-bound squad.
He said Shoaib was an important player but the decision to include the speedster in the squad would be taken after consulting a team of trainers. “It is a decision that will be taken in consultation with the team management and the team of trainers. We have a long tour of England and we know Shoaib will be an important player.” Akhtar has been out of action since the series against India in February.
After the ’Rawalpindi Express’ underwent arthroscopy in his knees in Australia in April, he is rehabilitating under the supervision of trainer Grant Compton.
“In the fitness camp, Shoaib Akhtar will have an excellent opportunity to impress the team management,” Bari said. The selection committee is expected to name 25 cricketers for another fitness camp starting at the Gaddafi stadium in Lahore from May 25.
