PakistanPakistan’s 61-run defeat to arch-rivals India in the T20 World Cup was largely due to their shortcomings, especially after they bowed out for just 114 runs. Much of the discussion centered on Pakistan’s lack of intensity and inability to match the defending champions, especially in batting.However, former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif feels that this statement unfairly overshadows the excellence of the Indian team on the night. Kaif admitted that Pakistan fell far short of the required standards but felt that India’s quality and composure under pressure deserved more recognition.
Speaking on ABP News, Kaif expressed disappointment at the way the debate was shaped, stating Shoaab Akhtar Because the focus is on Pakistan’s struggle rather than India’s performance.“Ever since we started the show, I have been unhappy because you have been saying that Pakistan team is weak anyway and is a lifeless team. If that team had won today, then 100% Shoaib Akhtar would have said now that BCCI is proud and the players are too arrogant,” Kaif said.“What I am trying to say is that by showing Pakistan’s weakness, you are taking away what is great about India. You have just shown that Pakistan is in trouble and has no system, but what does that have to do with India?” he continued.Kraft pointed out Ishan KishanA match-winning 77 off 40 balls was an example of India thriving under extreme pressure. The opener was his first match against Pakistan and despite a challenging pitch, he produced one of the standout performances in the history of the India-Pak T20 World Cup.“We are talking about India, Indian captain Ishan Kishan playing Pakistan for the first time – how much pressure he has to endure, we are not talking about that. Give credit to the Indian players because they played in such conditions, imagine if they had lost, there would have been an outcry,” Kaif pointed out.He also highlighted the intense scrutiny faced by Indian players in such high-stakes tournaments and recalled how criticism escalated after the defeat at the 2021 World Cup.“do you speak Suryakumar Yadav No handshake, now the team loses and they think they are so brave. Ishan Kishan, Jasprit Bumrahif they lose this game today, everyone will be judged. ” Kraft said.As India enters the Super 8 stage, Kaif’s comments are a reminder that in a tournament of this magnitude, victory depends not just on the mistakes of the opponent but also on skill, temperament and the ability to withstand intense pressure.
