Pakistan’s T20 World Cup Disappointment Prompts Criticism from Head Coach and Fans: A Deeper Look at the Issues within the Team

After a disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup 2024, the Pakistan cricket team was criticized by both fans and experts. Led by Babar Azam, the team crashed out in the group stages of the competition after losses to the United States and India. Although they won against Canada and Ireland, it was not enough to advance.

In their final group stage match against Ireland, Pakistan managed to win by three wickets. Shaheen Afridi and Imad Wasim took three wickets each to restrict Ireland to a low total. Despite some setbacks in the run chase, Babar Azam’s unbeaten 32 guided Pakistan to victory.

After their exit from the T20 World Cup, head coach Gary Kirsten addressed the team and expressed his disappointment in their fitness levels and lack of unity. He pointed out that despite playing a lot of cricket, the players did not seem to know which shots to play and when. Kirsten, who led India to an ODI World Cup victory in 2011, was particularly critical of the team’s lack of unity, stating that they were not supporting each other and seemed disconnected.

The comments from Kirsten have raised concerns about the future of Pakistan cricket as fans question whether this is a sign that there is a deeper issue within the team that needs addressing before they can compete at a higher level on an international stage.