NEW YORK – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi voiced his disappointment with the Green Shirts saying that the “loss to India was deeply disappointing.”
Mohsin Naqvi commented on the team’s struggles, stating that he is aware of the issues contributing to their losses.
He was addressing journalists after the match at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium.
“Initially, I believed minor adjustments could suffice, but this poor performance indicates the need for substantial changes. The nation will witness a major overhaul soon,” Naqvi said.
On Sunday, Pakistan faced a crushing defeat by six runs despite a strong showing from their bowlers, who limited India to 119 runs after winning the toss in the 19th match of ICC T20 World Cup 2024.
India remains undefeated in Group A with two wins, while Pakistan has no points after losing both their matches, including an upset by the United States in their opening game.
He emphasized the need to elevate the team’s performance, which he acknowledged is currently at a low point.
Looking ahead, Naqvi stressed the importance of preparing for the Champions Trophy 2025. “It is time to give opportunities to external talent,” he affirmed.
“Our goal is to make the Pakistani cricket team one of the best globally. The nation does not expect such disappointing performances,” Naqvi added.
Pakistan’s batting line-up squandered a crucial opportunity to revive their campaign, failing to chase a modest target of 120 runs and ending at 113 for 7, leading to an unexpected six-run defeat by India.
This loss has left Pakistan in a precarious position, dependent on the outcomes of other matches to determine their chances of advancing to the next stage.
Babar Azam chose to bowl first on a challenging pitch where Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf each took three wickets. Rishabh Pant was India’s top scorer with 42 runs as they were bowled out for 119.
In response, Mohammad Rizwan anchored the chase with a steady 31, but regular wickets fell, and India’s fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah’s key dismissals led to figures of 3-14.
