The wicketkeeper-batsman scored 10 runs in the first T20I and just 2 runs in the second T20I
After Azam Khan's consistent failures in recent matches, Pakistan's batting coach Adam Holyoke has spoken about his performance, expressing confidence in his abilities and acknowledging his competitive nature. Adam Holyoke analyzed Azam Khan's performance during the post-match conference following the Man in Green's 2 consecutive defeats in the T20I series against New Zealand, highlighting his devastating batting style but admitting that the youngster The player had a tough night where an immediate impact was needed.
Adam Holyoke said: "Azam Khan is a devastating batsman, I mean unfortunately tonight he came in and had to attack quickly and he got out.
It's part of the game that sometimes it works, you look great, if it doesn't, you look stupid. He is a big hitter although he didn't show it in these two games. Hopefully he will perform in the future."
When asked about the wicket-keeper-batsman's place in the team for future matches, the batting coach of the national teams acknowledged the presence of other talented players. Adam Holyoke added "I don't know I mean he's a talented guy but there's a lot of talented guys in the squad so you just have to see what the pitch is and what the make-up of the team is in the next game so This is not just a case.
He deserves to be there because there are so many good players in Pakistan and whoever you keep in Pakistan you have to be at the top of your game so we will see." In the second T20I of the 5-match series. Chasing 195 runs, Pakistan lost to New Zealand by 21 runs at Sidon Park, Hamilton. Finn Allen's brilliant half-century helped New Zealand post 194 for eight in the first innings. In reply, Pakistan home side Thanks to the brilliant performance of the bowling attack, he was dismissed for 173 runs.