Published 14:02 IST, April 21st 2020

Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid 'class above' Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma: Mohammad Yousuf

Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid are the best batsmen from India according to ex-Pak captain Mohammad Yousuf, who played against the duo in several matches.

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Former Pakistan batsman Mohammad Yousuf has been in headlines recently for his comments on Pakistan cricket team. Mohammad Yousuf has also expressed his displeasure over appointment of Misbah-ul-Haq as head coach of Pakistan on several occasions. After criticizing Misbah, former Pakistan batsman has w made a huge statement regarding current Indian players.

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Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma can't be compared with class of Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid: Mohammad Yousuf

While speaking on a leading TV show in Pakistan, Mohammad Yousuf said that in past top teams like India, Australia and South Africa had three of four quality players in ir sides. He mentioned that India had likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Virender Sehwag, Sourav Ganguly, VVS Laxman and Yuvraj Singh playing in same XI. Yousuf furr said current players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma can’t be compared with class that likes of Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid had.

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Mohammad Yousuf has his say on best between Virat Kohli & Babar Azam

Speaking on unending debate between Virat Kohli and Babar Azam, Mohammad Yousuf said that Virat Kohli is .1 in world right w. He also added that if Azam carries his good form in future, he will also become best batsman in world.

Mohammad Yousuf also said that he previously had some inhibitions regarding Babar Azam. However, after  Australia tour, he is impressed with Babar Azam's performance. Yousuf also said that Babar Azam has started scoring consistently w even in Test cricket.

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Mohammad Yousuf criticizes Misbah-ul-Haq

According to Hindustan Times, Mohammad Yousuf said that he just doesn’t understand why Misbah has been given so much responsibility. He also pointed out that way in which former captain is carrying out team is t proper. He said that he doesn’t see any planning which has gone into way Misbah is handling team.

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14:02 IST, April 21st 2020