Wasim Akram, the former captain of the national cricket team, has said that Pakistan will definitely go to the top four in the International Cricket Council (ICC) One Day World Cup 2023. The Pakistani team has always performed well in the harsh conditions of the subcontinent.
Talking to the media in Karachi, he said that the Pakistani team is capable of playing the semi-finals of the World Cup. India’s situation will not be much different for Pakistan. Be it India or Sri Lanka, the Pakistani team will go into the World Cup with confidence.
Regarding the schedule issued by the ICC, he said that there should be no objection to the Indian venues of the World Cup. Where matches are scheduled, it is better to play.
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Wasim Akram said that if you have to take a strong stand on an issue, do so but keep the game as a game. Before you take a position, think whether you can stick to it or you will be laughed at later.
Regarding the performance of national team captain Babar Azam, he said that Babar Azam does not need to worry, there is no problem in his captaincy. We try to understand the problem, it is going in the right direction. Focus on the game and enjoy your cricket.
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The Sultan of Swing said that he has good experience in India as a commentator and former player. Things go from one government to another, whoever goes to India be it an actor or sportsperson gets a good response.
Regarding the current situation of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), he said that there is pressure on the players due to the uncertainty in the leadership of the PCB. Even during his tenure, when the chairman changed, the players were worried about what the policy would be and who would be the captain.
