Akram recalled Pakistan's dramatic victory in the 1999 Chennai Test.
Recently, Pakistan pace legend Wasim Akram recalled his team’s historic tour of India in 1999 while speaking to Shane Watson during the latter's show – "Lessons Learnt With The Greats".
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"I was the captain on that tour and we were playing Test cricket against India after a gap of 10 years. In the first Test at Chennai, I told the team that if the stadium is quiet --- it means we are doing our job. We won that Test and for the first time in the history of India-Pakistan clashes, we got a standing ovation from the Chennai crowd. It was something phenomenal and that tour will always be special one for me," Akram said.
The former left-arm fast bowler felt performing against India was always a huge high for any Pakistan cricketer.
"Once you perform against India, you get recognised in Pakistan. I am sure that the same is the case for Indian players as well. In the 90s we won a lot against India, but nowadays it's a very different story and the tables have turned," he added.
Wasim revealed how he was able to handle pressure and deliver during crunch situation.
"I used to revel under pressure and always took it in a positive way. I see a lot of sportsmen buckle under pressure. It is important to have self-belief and trust your preparations and make sure you do well," he said.
During his illustrious career, Wasim Akram played 12 Tests against India, claiming 45 wickets at an average of 28.86 with two five-wicket hauls. He also faced the arch-rivals in 48 ODIs and took 60 scalps at 25.15 apiece.
(With TOI inputs)