Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez claims Abdul Razzaq was a better all-rounder than India's Hardik Pandya, citing Razzaq's untapped potential and past performances. Hafeez's views are echoed by Shoaib Akhtar, who praises Razzaq's impactful playing days and criticises the lack of recognition for Razzaq and Azhar Mahmood despite their consistent contributions.
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