“No players who influence, miss …”: Shoaib Akhtar brings a sharp verdict on the loss of Pakistan against New Zealand at Champions Trophy 2025

PakistanReturn to the host of the ICC tournament after almost three decades needed a celebration. Instead, theirs ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener against New Zealand In Karachi, he turned into a nightmare. The defeat of 60 runs, marked by modest hit and tactical glitter, left the former criticies that were boiling. Among the most vocal critics was Shoaib Akhtar“Rawalpindi Express” that did not escape the words in Jamb in the absence of a team intention, players of influence and outdated approach. With a conflict of dating against India Suppression, Akhtar’s judgment is clear: Pakistan has to invent or face humiliation.

Historical Opportunity Sours: Pakistani Kicking Claps

The stage was set for a triumphant return home, but the Pakistani upper line collapsed under pressure. Chasing 321, the team dropped to 260, with Babar AzamWith 64 off 90 balls that mitigated their slowness. While Khushdil Shah (69 switched 49) and Salman agha (42 off 28) They offered fast resistance, their efforts were too small, too late.

In his channel you Tube Akhtar emphasized the absence of urgency: “You all saw the match, you would be disappointed like me. Pakistan plays a completely different cricket compared to what the rest of the world does. There is no influence of players, the strike rate is very slow. They don’t even play running. Let’s leak a lot of running. “

The statistics were damn: Pakistan played 143 balls, and Babar went 17 additions without a limit. Former players like Wasim Akram Joined the choir at the Sports Central Show, stating: “I would rather have a fast 35 of 30 than the torture 64 of 90“

Bad start of the tournament for Pakistan. But Chin up guys, there is a big game. #Iccchampionstrofy pic.twitter.com/hjtttr4M2HM

– Shoaib Akhtar (@Shoaib100mph) 19. February 2025

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Pakistan’s bowling troubles: attack with four -leggeds in the world with six Bowler

Pakistan’s decision to spectacular fields only four bowlers. New Zealand Will O’Rourke (3/47) i Mitchell Santner (3/66) used a thin attack by the host, while the Pakistani fees leaked. Without spare plans, the team acknowledged 320+ running, a goal that proved to be insurmountable.

“Pakistan is played with only 4 bowlers, while the rest of the side is played with at least 6-7 bowlers. It’s a disappointing start,“Akhtar added.

Babar Azam under fire Shoaiba aktar

Babar, the once Pakistani Golden Boy, faced a terrible criticism. His strike from 71.11 drew Irea and Akhtar called him “finished product“Missing Intelligence for GO:”You can’t play T20 Crket in longer formats“Analysts like Basit Ali The accused Babar that he played for himself, not a team: “Was the nation below him?“Even Cheteshwar pujara called into question his intention: “Was trying not to go out“

Contrast with the Centurian of New Zealand, Will young and Tom LathamHe was a Stark. As they anchored with aggression, Babar’s inserts became a symbol of Pakistan’s regression.

Akhtar gives Pakistani team check reality

Akhtar’s criticism went beyond individuals. He stated that the whole approach to Pakistan was outdated, “The rest of the world plays impact on cricket; We got stuck in the 90s“Without blows or dynamic comprehensive, the team lacks fiery power to chase great total values. Fielding missed the misery because the catch was rejected, and lethargic efforts cost key driving.

Indian conflict: gambling do-ili-umro

Pakistan is now facing a coastal victory against India on February 23 in Dubai. Akhtar’s message is mixed. While Shoaib Malik Hoping remains, quoting finally an upset trophy in 2017, Akhtar warns that the depths and form of India make them favorites. He called, but questioned whether the Pakistan seniors could handle the pressure.

“Pakistan is now in a situation against India. The Indian team is very strong and looks difficult. I still wish Pakistan good luck. They should start off and try to win the competition. You have no opportunity but to play very aggressively. But not this way. Wish them good luck, but now it looks very hard“Akhtar concluded.

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