Michael Clarke Slams Pakistan’s Performance Against India
Former Australian captain Michael Clarke has strongly criticized Pakistan’s performance in their match against India. He believes that some Pakistani players. Did not get out while trying to win but rather because they were afraid of getting dismissed. His remarks have sparked debate among cricket fans, questioning Pakistan’s approach in high-pressure games.
Pakistan Struggled Under Pressure
Speaking on a podcast, Clarke mentioned that even before the match started, it was clear Pakistan would struggle with the. Immense pressure to play in such a big tournament at home. He pointed out that despite the changing conditions, Pakistan only made one change in their lineup, which was due to Fakhar Zaman’s injury. According to Clarke, this decision was surprising, as the pitch conditions in Dubai were completely different from where Pakistan had played against New Zealand.
Poor Shot Selection and Fear of Failure
Expressing his disappointment, Clarke stated that he was shocked by what he saw during Pakistan’s batting performance. Even after winning the toss and opting to bat first, Pakistan’s shot selection was highly questionable. He believed that some Pakistani batsmen were playing out of fear rather than focusing on defeating India. “You don’t just compete against India, you try to beat them,” Clarke emphasized, criticizing the mindset of the Pakistani players.
Michael Clarke Said India Had Already Won Before the Chase
Clarke further added that the match was practically over after Pakistan’s first innings. They failed to put up a competitive total, making India’s run chase a mere formality. According to Clarke, India had already secured the victory before. They even came out to bat, highlighting Pakistan’s lack of intent and poor strategy in the game.
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