Sunday’s match between India and Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup has drawn significant reactions from the cricketing community following India’s resounding win. Notable figures from the sport have taken to various platforms to express their thoughts about the match.
Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan emphasized the difference between the two teams with a simple remark, “India vs Pakistan cricket? Zameen. Aasman.” Ex-Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer mocked Pakistan’s ongoing difficulties against India, posting, “Pak fans after suffering yet another embarrassing defeat to India.”
Analysis of India’s Performance
Michael Vaughan, a former captain of England, stressed India’s ability to intimidate Pakistan in high-stakes situations. He noted, “India seem to intimidate Pakistan on the cricket field… they are so much better in all facets of the game & such a better mentality of coping with the huge occasion.”
Former Indian batter Mohammad Kaif commented on the match’s impact on the head-to-head record, declaring, “Now I believe that the one Pakistan win in the 1-8 scoreline against India was also a fluke.” Veteran Sri Lankan player Angelo Mathews praised the atmosphere during the match, stating that while the excitement was palpable, India delivered an impressive performance.
Comments from Other Cricketing Personalities
Manoj Tiwary, another former Indian cricketer, highlighted the rivalry, stating, “Rivalry! What Rivalry?? Another thumping win over Pakistan in an ICC event!” Harbhajan Singh echoed similar thoughts, suggesting that the India-Pakistan matchup has become lopsided. He remarked, “Team India well done. India vs Pakistan is only hype; no contest.” Cricket analyst Sanjay Manjrekar acknowledged Pakistan’s spin bowling effort but asserted that the gap between the two teams remains significant. Aakash Chopra succinctly captured the match’s outcome with the comment, “8-1.”
Overview of the Match
In the match itself, Pakistan won the toss and chose to field first. After a challenging start, with Abhishek dismissed for a duck, Ishan Kishan contributed a substantial 77 runs, while Tilak Varma added a steady 25 runs. Although India faced setbacks at 126/4, captain Suryakumar Yadav and his teammates ensured a strong finish, leading India to a total of 175/7. Saim Ayub of Pakistan took three wickets for 25 runs, emerging as their best bowler.
Pakistan’s Struggles in the Chase
During Pakistan’s chase, they faltered early, falling to 34/4 due to effective bowling from Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, and Axar Patel. Usman Khan was the only notable scorer, making 44 runs off 34 balls. Ultimately, Pakistan was bowled out for just 114 runs in 18 overs.
Axar Patel stood out for India with figures of 2/29 in four overs, while Pandya, Bumrah, and Varun Chakaravarthy each contributed with two wickets. Following this victory, India remains undefeated in the tournament with three wins, while Pakistan sits in third place with two victories and a loss, as the USA holds second position with two wins and two losses.
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