Haris Rauf emphasizes need for bigger totals as Pakistan prepares for England

Haris Rauf spoke to the media in Lahore about the evolving demands of ODI cricket, stating that teams need to aim for higher total scores, particularly 350 runs, as the game grows more aggressive. Rauf highlighted the importance of taking wickets in middle overs and mentioned how crucial teamwork has been for Pakistan, which has won its first two matches in the ongoing ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka and England. The team will return to face England again on Sunday at the Gaddafi Stadium. Rauf is also working on improving his pace and fitness while backing teammates Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman to perform well in the remaining matches.

• 6:48 AMYahoo Sports — 'We have to think about posting 350 first': Haris Rauf on need for bigger totals in modern-day cricket