Rawalpindi: Pakistan's batter Salman Agha has attributed his recent resurgence in form to his experiences in domestic cricket, following a stellar performance that led his team to victory in the opening match of the ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka. This achievement marked Agha's return to international cricket since August, during which he secured a century and was named Player of the Match.

According to International Cricket Council, Agha had been dropped from Pakistan's T20I and Test teams and was relieved of his captaincy duties in the shortest format. To regain his form, the 32-year-old returned to domestic cricket, where he showcased remarkable performances, including an unbeaten triple-century in the President's Trophy Grade-I competition and another century in subsequent matches. These displays kept him on the selectors' radar and were crucial in his comeback.

In a statement after his 107-run innings against Sri Lanka, Agha emphasized the importance of domestic cricket, countering the perception that it is an easy platform for scoring runs. He highlighted the challenges and competitiveness of domestic cricket, advocating for greater respect and recognition of its role in nurturing talent.

Agha also expressed his disappointment at being dropped from the national team but viewed his time in domestic cricket as an opportunity to refine his skills. He acknowledged the pressure and challenges of international cricket but remained steadfast in his belief that perseverance in domestic circuits can significantly enhance performance at the international level.

Pakistan's schedule continues with a match against England in Rawalpindi on Tuesday, as the tri-series progresses with encounters set in Lahore following this week's games.