Three continued defeats from India, Australia and Afghanistan have made things critical for the Pakistan cricket team to progress in the ICC World Cup 2023.
As Pakistan progresses through the ICC World Cup 2023, their campaign has been a tumultuous journey, marked by both high points and low points.
Despite Pakistan’s unwavering determination, they find themselves confronting formidable challenges, particularly when faced with conditions that don’t align with their strengths. Concerns have arisen due to the team’s inconsistent all-rounders, a vulnerable middle-order, and erratic performances, further exacerbated by recent losses to arch-rivals India and the formidable Australian side.
However, amidst this crucible of competition, Pakistan’s cricketing hopes have been rekindled by a select few standout players who have excelled despite the adversity. The trio of Muhammad Rizwan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Babar Azam has emerged as the backbone of the team. While the World Cup may, at times, appear to be an exercise in futility for Pakistan, the essence of resilience remains embedded in them. The potential for a turnaround still lingers, and it is these moments of hope that keep the team’s spirits alive, along with their dedicated supporters.
Yesterday’s defeat from Afghanistan shattered the dreams of the cricket fans and players as Green Shirts were hoping to turn the tables after two defeats but it did not happen. Afghanistan defeated Pakistan for the first time in the history of ODI. Babar blamed bowlers and fielders for the humiliating defeat in order to cover his defensive style of captaincy.
The team needs to find its rhythm as the coming matches are do or die and Pakistan cannot afford to lose even one of them to keep their hopes alive for advancing in the World Cup.
