Pakistan’s pace attack has come under scrutiny ahead of the crucial match against India. Former cricketer Basit Ali has warned that Pakistan cannot afford inconsistency in bowling.
The concern mainly revolves around Shaheen Shah Afridi. His recent performances have not been up to the mark. Basit Ali said this could hurt Pakistan in a high-pressure match.
Speaking on a local sports program, Basit Ali said India’s batters are very strong against spin. He explained that Indian players handle slow bowlers with confidence. This puts pressure on Pakistan’s fast bowlers to take early wickets.
Pakistan recently defeated the United States by 32 runs. The win boosted team morale before the big clash with India. Several bowlers played important roles in that victory.
Usman Tariq was the standout performer with three wickets. Shadab Khan took two wickets in the same match. Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, and Shaheen Shah Afridi picked up one wicket each.
Despite the win, experts remain cautious. Shoaib Malik said Pakistan’s spinners are in good rhythm. However, he warned they could struggle if pacers fail early.
Basit Ali highlighted Pakistan’s decision to experiment. Against the USA, spinner Usman Tariq opened the bowling. He said Abrar Ahmed is also capable with the new ball.
Still, Basit Ali believes the strategy may not work against India. He repeated that Indian batters are experts at playing spin. They rarely panic under pressure.
He expressed concern over Shaheen Afridi’s form. According to him, Shaheen has been conceding too many runs. This creates added pressure on the spin attack.
Basit Ali said Pakistan needs aggressive bowling. The spinners must aim for wickets instead of defending runs. A defensive approach could be risky.
He also recalled India’s counter-attack in the Asia Cup. He warned Pakistan could face similar trouble. If India attacks early, control may become difficult.
The upcoming match between Pakistan and India is expected to be intense. Both teams have strong lineups and experienced players.
Pakistan’s success will depend on early breakthroughs. If the pace bowlers perform well, the spinners can operate freely.
Experts believe that discipline and consistency will be key. Without strong bowling, Pakistan may struggle against India’s powerful batting order.
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The match holds great importance for fans and team confidence. A good performance against India could shape Pakistan’s campaign ahead.
