Pakistan beat Bangladesh by seven wickets after a comfortable 194-run chase in the first Super Four match of the Asia Cup 2023 at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Wednesday.
Imam-ul-Haq — who top-scored for the winning team with his 78 off 84 — revealed Pakistan's Net Run Rate (NRR) plan and also had a word on his innings.
"I would say not one of my fluent innings. We thought it was going to be a good batting wicket but it was seaming around so we were surprised but I have worked on my back foot game against spinners and I am happy with that," he said.
"[On trying to score quicker for NRR] We discussed about it and we had a plan. We thought we can just chase in 36 overs and intentions were clear about it. We thought we had the chance and we were fortunate enough to close the match as early as possible.
"[On the pacers] They are remarkable and I just want them to bowl this way for the next two months."
Pakistan's skipper Babar Azam also discussed the important win along with the inclusion of Faheem Ashraf and praised his players for performing well.
"[On the fast bowlers] Credit to all the boys, especially the first ten overs. How they are bowling in the first ten overs and then Haris Rauf is also bowling really well," the 28-year-old said.
"[On Faheem Ashraf] Yes we saw the games and fast bowlers were getting a little bit help and Faheem bowled really well. Winning always gives you confidence. [On the team feeling pressure] I don't think so. We are just giving our best in every match."
Pakistan will now play arch-rivals India in their next Super Four match in Colombo on September 10 (Sunday).