Naseem keen to make England tour 'remarkable'.

LAHORE -- Pakistan young pacer Naseem Shah has said that this is his first tour to England and he is keen to make it 'remarkable' by performing well.

The young pacer said this during an online session with sports journalists here on Wednesday. 'This is my first tour to England, so I will try to make it memorable by performing well against the hosts. We have experienced bowlers who are capable of dismissing the England batting line-up. With such a good combination, I am hopeful that we will deliver and make our tour remarkable.'

Naseem said he is capable of bowling the fastest delivery but right now his focus is to bowl exceptionally and help the team win the series. 'I feel I can bowl the fastest delivery, for which more focus, practice and hard work is needed. But right now, I am keen to bowl exceptionally against English team and not only try to get maximum wickets but also try to help my side register crucial victories and win the Test series.'

The youngster has hailed the presence of fast-bowling great Waqar Younis in the coaching staff. 'I want to be among the top three bowlers in the world. Our bowling coach Waqar Younis is guiding me well. I will try to increase my speed but my focus is also on my line and length, which, if maintained during the England tour, will surely help me perform exceptionally.'

Naseem also warned England against treating him like a kid when the two sides clash in a series later this year. The much-anticipated series is...

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