Salman Butt rates this Pakistan giant better hitter than Rishabh Pant

Azam Khan is Pakistan's one of the latest recruits from the Pakistan Super League. Based on his performances in the tournament, he got the chance to represent his country last year. This year too, he looked in great touch. He scored 296 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 140.

Salman Butt, a former Pakistani captain, has said that the 23-year old is a better power-hitter than the Indian batting sensation Rishabh Pant. While Pant is an established player in the international circuit, Khan is yet to make an impact at the highest level.

On a fan’s query on how he sees both the batters, Butt on his YouTube channel said, "Both are big hitters. Pant has a big range but Azam Khan can hit longer. Azam has amazing strength and power. He just needs to put some muscle on, get into shape. But again, he hits the ball hard and can send the ball long-distance.

"Both are very talented. Rishabh Pant has hit hundreds in Test matches as well, so he’s definitely more experienced and has played more. Azam is yet to make a mark at the international level."

Son of the great Pakistani wicketkeeper-batter Moin Khan, earned his international debut against England last year. He has only played three T20Is for Pakistan so far. Pant, on the other hand, is a lot more experienced player.

He represents India as their primary choice wicket-keeper in all formats of the game. He also has been appointed as the Delhi team's captain in the Indian T20 League. Moreover, he was appointed as India's vice captain in the T20 series against the West Indies in the absence of KL Rahul and Jasprit Bumrah.