Harmison spell was hostile: Yousuf

Published December 1, 2005

LAHORE, Nov 30: Pakistan middle-order batsman Mohammad Yousuf said that he was really troubled by a fiery spell of medium-pacer Stephen Harmison in the ongoing third Test at Qadhafi Stadium on Wednesday.

Yousuf, who steadied Pakistan first innings by scoring an unbeaten 84 to help Pakistan close the day’s play at 185-4 and after the day’s play that Harmison was dangerous and reminded him the class of bowling he (Yousuf) had faced in West Indies in 2000 tour.

Harmison, also sent back in-form Pakistan captain Inzamamul Haq with forearm injury when he was batting at 35.

Yousuf, however, said that an injury to Inzamam never threatened him and he continued his batting with more concentration.

He termed his knock one of the best in his career and added he would do his best to bring a healthy total for his team.

Harmison said that as Test was crucial for England he tried to bowl more effectively to help his team draw the series.

He said that he was disappointed for injuring Pakistan captain and added it was part of the play and he had great love and sympathy for him.

He said that a couple of quick wickets on Thursday would give England a better chance to earn first innings lead.

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