Players will miss spectators on England tour: Fawad Alam.

LAHORE -- Pakistans veteran batsman Fawad Alam has said that although the players will miss the fans inside the stadium yet he is confident of well-wishers supporting them from home during the upcoming tour.

Fawad, who have scored 12,222 runs in 165 first-class matches with an average of 56.84, has the highest average among all Pakistani batsmen. While it is unfortunate that the 34-year old player didnt get to play a Test for all these years, what is even more unfortunate is that his much talked about comeback will happen in front of an empty stadium.

'The fans have always supported us. I have personally received continuous support across social media platforms. Its all because of their blessings that we our here. Well miss them a lot while playing in the COVID-19 era as no applauds from spectators creates a lot of difference. However, we know that their support will remain the same and they will be cheering for us in front of their TV sets,' Fawad said this in a video message issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

Currently in England, Fawad is likely to play a Test match after a decade of turmoil in the domestic circuit. He also spoke about unparalleled excitement of representing Pakistan at the highest level, saying he will be feeling proud to wear Pakistan colours again. 'The excitement of wearing the Pakistan star logo is something that is...

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