Visakhapatnam
“It was a disappointing loss,” Kirsten commented. “We had the game in our hands for most of the match. However, our decision-making let us down at crucial moments. We made mistakes that cost us the game, especially when we were well-placed at 72 for 2 with overs left.”
Kirsten pointed out that poor decision-making was the turning point in the match. He emphasized the importance of making the right choices in international cricket. Despite Mohammad Rizwan’s valiant effort with the bat, Pakistan faltered towards the end of the chase.
Rizwan’s dismissal by Bumrah proved to be a crucial moment in the game, as the Indian bowler went on to claim the Player-of-the-Match award for his performance.
Bumrah highlighted the composure shown by the Indian bowling unit under changing conditions. He credited their clarity and consistency for creating pressure on the Pakistani batsmen.
Looking ahead, Kirsten acknowledged that Pakistan’s chances of progressing in the tournament depend on other teams’ results. He stressed the need for improvement in all aspects of their game to stand a chance of qualifying.
Despite the setback, Kirsten remains optimistic about the team’s prospects. He emphasized the importance of executing skills effectively as a unit to achieve success in future matches.
Kirsten expressed his commitment to getting the best out of the players and leading Pakistan to victory. He acknowledged the team’s responsibility for the defeat and vowed to work towards rectifying their performance.
