Former cricketers are facing strong criticism after the ICC Champions Trophy was out of the Pakistan team since 2025. Before the start of the tournament, many former Pakistan players were claiming that their team would succeed in saving the title, but Pakistan was ruled out of the tournament after two consecutive defeats. Due to this poor performance, questions have been raised on the future of team management, coaches, captains and players.
Basit Ali apologizes on prediction, supported India
Former cricketer Basit Ali, who was earlier claiming that the Champions Trophy final would be held in Lahore and India would be out, now apologizing on their statement.
He said on his YouTube channel:
“I didn’t expect Pakistan to play like this. I apologize that the final will be in Lahore. “
Now he supported India to win the tournament and said that he wants to see India as the winner. He also said that if the final is between India and South Africa, it will be an exciting match, like the T20 World Cup final.
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Criticism increased on Pakistan’s poor performance
The Pakistan team suffered a unilateral defeat in their opening two matches against New Zealand and India, which led to them out of the tournament. However, the team is yet to play their last group match against Bangladesh, but it will not have any effect on the tournament. If Pakistan also loses this match, the criticism can be even faster.
ICC tournament in Pakistan after 29 years
Significantly, after 29 years, an ICC tournament is being held in Pakistan, but performing the host team in this way has proved disappointing for its fans.
