KARACHI: Former Pakistan captain and legendary batter Inzamam-ul-Haq has graciously acknowledged Virender Sehwag’s recent commendation of his batting prowess, stating that being praised by a former competitor holds ‘special significance’.

Inzamam, during an interview with Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Peshawar Zalmi, was asked to share his views on Sehwag’s recent statements, in which the former India cricketer had advised aspiring cricketers to study Inzamam’s approach to run-chases.

“I’m genuinely humbled by Sehwag’s words,” Inzamam remarked with characteristic modesty. “Having shared so many fierce on-field battles, receiving such praise from a competitor of his stature holds special significance.

“Virender Sehwag correctly identified that successful chasing does not merely about technique – it’s fundamentally about temperament. “My approach always revolved around quickly reading match conditions, identifying favourable bowling match-ups and crucially, maintaining unwavering self-belief until the final ball.”

The former cricketer also opined on the complexity of the T20 format, terming it a ‘mental game’.