Pakistan’s chances in the Cricket World Cup are uncertain after an eight-wicket loss to Afghanistan, marking their third consecutive defeat in the tournament. All-rounder Iftikhar Ahmed acknowledges that the team’s spin bowlers have struggled, contributing to their recent string of losses.
The absence of a traditional finger spinner has left Pakistan vulnerable in the spin bowling department, with all-rounders Iftikhar and Mohammad Nawaz taking on the responsibility. Iftikhar acknowledges this issue and emphasizes the team’s commitment to improvement.
Pakistan batted first and managed to score 282/7, with contributions from players like Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Shadab Khan, and Iftikhar Ahmed. However, their fielding, characterized by dropped catches and conceding runs, has been a concern.
To keep their semi-final hopes alive, Pakistan now faces a “must-win” situation, requiring victories in their upcoming matches and favorable outcomes in other games.
Despite the challenges, Iftikhar remains optimistic about the team’s potential for a strong comeback, emphasizing the talent and world-class players in the squad. He highlights the importance of winning all remaining matches to secure a place in the top four.
