Pakistani fans, retired players, and famous international analysts have criticized the team’s humbling Test series loss to Bangladesh. After Bangladesh won the series 2-0, cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle called Pakistan’s effort “embarrassing.”
Pakistan’s performance against Bangladesh was “embarrassing”
Bhogle stated what he did since Bangladesh won the second Test by six wickets at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on September 3, 2024. Bangladesh won their first Test series, the oldest style of match.
Before Twitter, Bhogle told X, “Well, the way Bangladesh played, this is embarrassing for Pakistan.” Pakistan is struggling because to their declining Test success. His statements exacerbate their issue.
After a 10-wicket first Test win, Bangladesh won their first Test against Pakistan in the second. Bangladesh fans were thrilled by this clean sweep and elevated the Tigers’ international stature.
Pakistan has lost five straight Tests after losing the series. They have lost three times to Australia and twice to Bangladesh, worsening their World Test Championship problems.
Bhogle renewed his criticism on Pakistan’s cricket. “I remember saying some time ago that the shorter the game, the more dangerous Pakistan would be, and, almost as consequence, that the longer the game, the more vulnerable they would be,” he said. The commentator didn’t expect the deficit to be as large as in recent games.
Despite criticism, Bhogle lauded Bangladesh’s achievements, especially Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim. After their wins, he added, “Bangladesh has had many proud moments.” Such as defeating India in the 2007 World Cup. Shakib and Mushfiq guided their team to its biggest Test series triumph because they are more seasoned.
Cricket fans are scrutinizing the series loss. Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen suggested Pakistan cricket wasn’t performing as well as local leagues. “Where is Pakistani cricket now?” Pietersen asks. The PSL men worked hard, and the kids were fantastic while I played. Happening there?”
Pakistan is under increasing pressure to fix its difficulties and return to Test cricket after its recent outcomes. The historic Bangladesh sweep has shown Pakistani cricket where to develop and set the stage for a rough time.
