Sediqullah Atal Credits ACC Emerging Asia Cup for International Breakthrough

Afghanistan's Sediqullah Atal credited his performances in the last ACC Emerging Asia Cup as the stepping stone for his seamless transition to international cricket.

Key Performances

• Scored 368 runs for Afghanistan A across five matches in the ACC Emerging Asia Cup, becoming the tournament's top scorer.
• Achieved an amazing batting average of 122.66 and strike rate of 145.66.

Post-Tournament Reflections

• Won the Emerging Asia Cup title, gaining immense confidence and realizing his ability to excel at every level.
• Stressed on the importance of avoiding complacency, constantly looking to add to his game and develop his skill-sets.

Future Plans

• Focused on enhancing his fitness and skills to position himself as a good package with physical, mental, and technical capabilities on the international stage.
• Retained his place in the Test squad for the Zimbabwe series, despite being picked for the one-off Test against New Zealand that was postponed due to rain.

Personal Dedication

• Dedicated his maiden three-figure knock in international cricket to his family, especially his mom, who is his greatest source of motivation.