The cricketing world was left stunned as Pakistan faced a historic and humiliating defeat at the hands of Bangladesh in a two-match Test series at Rawalpindi. The loss not only shattered the hopes of Pakistani fans but also sparked an outpouring of criticism from former players.
Among the most vocal critics was former Pakistan batter Ahmed Shehzad, who unleashed a scathing critique of the team’s performance, raising serious questions about the current state of Pakistan’s Test cricket.
Shehzad, who has never been one to mince words, took to social media to express his frustration. His words cut deep as he questioned the competence of the Pakistani players.
“Bangladesh has whitewashed Pakistan in their own home conditions. You don’t know how to play; you’re not capable enough to play,” Shehzad remarked, reflecting the sentiments of many disillusioned fans.
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Bangladesh Outclassed Pakistan
What makes Bangladesh’s victory even more remarkable is the context in which it was achieved. The visiting team arrived in Pakistan amid political turmoil back home, with limited preparation time.
Despite these challenges, they managed to outplay Pakistan in every aspect of the game. Shehzad was quick to acknowledge Bangladesh’s resilience and skill, praising their ability to perform under pressure.
“All their practice sessions have also been conducted after they arrived in Pakistan. The condition their country was in at that moment of time was also not that good. They have come to Pakistan and have outplayed you without breaking a sweat,” Shehzad stated.
Missed Opportunities and the Fallout
The series was a tale of missed opportunities for Pakistan. In the second Test, after posting a decent total of 274, Pakistan had Bangladesh on the ropes at 26/6. However, the Pakistani bowlers couldn’t maintain their momentum, allowing Litton Das and Mehidy Hasan to orchestrate a stunning comeback.
Bangladesh eventually posted 262, and Pakistan faltered in their second innings, managing just 172 runs. This left Bangladesh with a relatively simple target, which they chased down with ease.
Shehzad didn’t shy away from highlighting Bangladesh’s superior approach to the game. “The manner in which they played their cricket, the way they dominated, the approach with which they batted, the style in which they bowled—it was all top-notch,” Shehzad remarked.
Bangladesh’s series victory in Pakistan marks only their third away Test series win, following previous successes against the West Indies and Zimbabwe. For Pakistan, however, the defeat extends their home Test win drought to 10 matches, with their last victory on home soil dating back to 2021 against South Africa.
The Road Ahead For Pakistan
Pakistan’s Test cricket team is in dire need of a turnaround. The defeat against Bangladesh should not just be seen as a low point but as an opportunity to reassess and rebuild. Ahmed Shehzad’s critique, while harsh, underscores the passion and expectations that the nation has for its cricket team.
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The question now is whether Pakistan’s cricketing authorities will heed the call for change and steer the team back to its winning ways. Only time will tell if this defeat becomes a turning point or just another chapter in a series of disappointments.
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