Pakistan, April 21 -- A day after receiving a pre-World Cup pep talk from Prime Minister Imran Khan, members of the national cricket team gushed about the experience, and vowed to do their best in the big tournament that starts May 30 in England. "The meeting with Prime Minister Imran Khan has raised our spirits," said all-rounder Imad Wasim during the team's interaction with media personnel here .

The young Shaheen Shah Afridi admitted that "I was nervous during our meeting with the prime minister" but also acknowledged that "the meeting has also boosted my morale." Opener Imamul Haq said that "it was an honour meeting Imran Khan," whereas veteran Shoaib Malik described Imran Khan as a "role model", adding that "he gave tips to players on...