Afghanistan Stuns Pakistan in Cricket World Cup Amidst Defensive Woes

The Pakistan cricket team is reeling from its third consecutive loss in the tournament, marked by an alarming defensive capitulation that is increasingly overshadowing their strengths. While Pakistan still has a chance of making it to the semi-finals, their fate now heavily depends on the results of their remaining four matches against South Africa, Bangladesh, New Zealand, and England.

Australia Dominates Pakistan in ICC World Cup 2023: A Record-Breaking Encounter

Pakistan’s opening duo, Abdullah Shafiq and Imam-ul-Haq, provided a strong start with a partnership of 134 runs. Shafiq scored 64, and Haq contributed 70 runs before the middle order crumbled against Australia’s relentless bowling attack. Despite efforts from Mohammad Rizwan (46), Saud Shakeel (30), and Fakhar Zaman (26), Pakistan’s innings collapsed, ending at 305 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in 45.3 overs.