Pakistan, Oct. 23 -- Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf says domestic cricket has helped him improve his bowling and deliver longer spells. Speaking to reporters in Lahore, he also described Pakistan's performance in the recent tri-series as encouraging. Rauf believes the team must prepare for increasingly high-scoring matches ahead of the upcoming World Cup. He said Pakistan may need to score around 350 runs and then defend the total.

"With 400-run totals being posted in cricket these days, we will need to aim for a score of 350 and then defend it in the World Cup," Rauf said. He added that Pakistan's bowling unit showed encouraging signs during the tri-series. The fast bowlers' performances offered positive indications as the team continu...