‘It’s the approach that needs to alter,’ says former India pacer Irfan Pathan. Who offers vital advice to the Indian side going forward. Irfan Pathan, a former cricketer turned broadcaster. Took to social media to share some key takeaways for the Men in Blue going forward.
Following India’s painful loss to England in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022 semi-final. Many cricket analysts questioned the team’s approach and the way they conducted themselves throughout the World Cup. Although the Rohit Sharma-led side has receive much criticism. A few veteran cricketers have not shied away from advising the team on the best way forward.
Irfan Pathan, a former cricketer turned commentator. Took to social media to share some critical takeaways for the Men in Blue going forward. Furthermore, the former pacer believes that changing captaincy will not inevitably result in better performance.
“Indian cricket going forward 1) Openers playing freely, at least one of them. 2) Wrist spinner (wicket taker) is must. 3) Tear away fast bowler. 4) please don’t think changing captaincy will give us changed result. It’s the approach what needs to change,”
Irfan’s tweet.
India’s poor performance in ICC events
Following a dreary evening at the Adelaide Oval in the second semi-final following the loss to the Three Lions, many doubts have been raised about the team’s inability to relish ‘glory’ in ICC competitions. Despite a change in captaincy and players, the Men in Blue have struggled to create an impact on global events since MS Dhoni stepped down.
Additionally, the squad won the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013, the ODI World Cup in 2011, and the T20 World Cup in 2007 under MS Dhoni’s leadership. Ahead of the next ICC tournaments, the BCCI is now debating employing the former World Cup-winning skipper.
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