As Pakistan take on England in the third Test of the 3-match series at Edgbaston, Akram wouldn’t be surprised if the team goes on to lose this match too and complete the assignment with England securing a 3-0 sweep. The Pakistan cricket team might be at its all-time low. The problems in the entire country’s cricketing system go so deep that even greats of the game like Wasim Akram are struggling to identify and fix the core problem. However, the legendary pacer doesn’t think problems are just with the players or with the board. For him, two hands are required for a clap.
Pakistan are set to field multiple debutants as the team faces England in the third and final Test at Edgbaston, starting Wednesday.
Concerns Over Pakistan Team’s Mentality Amid Poor Performance
Former cricketer Wasim Akram has expressed serious concerns regarding the mentality of certain players in the Pakistan cricket team, attributing it as a contributing factor to the team’s recent struggles. In a candid statement to The Athletic, Akram remarked, “You can only clap with two hands,” suggesting that collective effort is necessary for improvement.
Looking ahead to the series against England, Akram predicted a 3-0 defeat, citing issues with the team’s batting, bowling, and fielding. He stated, “Our batting is struggling, our bowling is below average and our fielding is worse. It’s not rocket science.”
Akram also highlighted the impact of the team’s performance on its fans, noting that repeated losses lead to frustration among supporters. He added, “They see the team lose and they want to rip it all up, too. We’ve done that so many times and now there is nothing really left.”
