Lahore: Pakistan's young wicketkeeper-batter Saad Baig has set his sights on solidifying his role within the national cricket team after a promising debut in One Day International (ODI) cricket. Baig, 20, aims to transform his initial success into consistent performances, aspiring to become a reliable asset for Pakistan.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board, Baig shared his reflections on his debut series during an interview on PCB's Digital program, Straight Drive with Salman Butt. He discussed his experiences adapting to various batting positions, managing pressure, and his aspirations for a sustained international career.

Baig made a notable entrance into the ODI arena during a recent tri-nation series. Over five matches, he accumulated 185 runs, including a half-century. His standout performance was a 74-run effort in the final against Sri Lanka at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium, contributing significantly to Pakistan's three-wicket victory and the series triumph. In addition to his batting, Baig also demonstrated skill behind the stumps with three catches.

Reflecting on his batting strategy, Baig emphasized the importance of self-belief and relying on his natural playing style. He discussed his approach to maintaining composure in challenging scenarios, focusing on his strengths developed through domestic cricket.

Baig's cricketing journey began in Pakistan's grassroots and age-group cricket systems, progressing through U13, U16, and U19 levels. He captained Pakistan in the ICC Men's U19 Cricket World Cup 2024, where the team reached the semi-finals.

Baig expressed gratitude for his development through structured pathways and the opportunity to represent the senior national team alongside peers from his U19 batch. He remains committed to ongoing improvement and aims to deliver consistent performances for Pakistan in the future.