Iftikhar Ahmed, the all-rounder from Pakistan, shared his candid thoughts on the team’s performance after losing to Afghanistan in the ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023.
He expressed disappointment with the spinners’ performance, stating that they didn’t meet expectations. Iftikhar also highlighted the underperformance of Pakistan’s renowned bowling unit, which didn’t live up to their reputation.
Despite these challenges, he remained optimistic and stressed the team’s determination to improve. Iftikhar acknowledged the need for better batting and recognized Afghanistan’s strong performance.
He expressed confidence in Pakistan’s ability to bounce back and secure a spot in the top four. This defeat was Afghanistan’s first victory against Pakistan, and it was their second win in the tournament.
