Pakistan Faces Backlash After Heavy Loss to India in T20 World Cup

Pakistan cricket came under intense scrutiny following a 61-run defeat against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The loss has sparked widespread criticism of senior players, with calls for immediate changes to the squad

Colombo|February 16, 2026:Former Pakistan legends Shahid Afridi and Mohammad Yousaf publicly urged the cricket board to drop senior stars Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Shadab Khan from the team. Afridi stated that the team needs fresh talent to remain competitive, while Yousaf warned that the T20 careers of Babar and Shaheen may be over if their performances do not improve.

The defeat highlighted Pakistan’s ongoing struggles against India in high-pressure matches. India posted 175/7 and bowled out Pakistan for 114, consolidating their dominance in the T20 World Cup head-to-head record. Analysts and fans have criticized Pakistan’s lack of consistency and leadership on the field.

Calls for a squad overhaul are growing louder, with demands to provide younger players opportunities in the remaining matches, including the upcoming encounter with Namibia. The team management is expected to review the performance of senior players and consider changes to strengthen Pakistan’s competitiveness in the Super 8 stage.

The match has reignited debates about Pakistan’s strategy and highlighted the urgent need for structural improvements to remain a strong contender in international T20 cricket.

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