Ashish Ranjan
September 10 in Colombo, legendary Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar stated that rain prevented Pakistan from scoring many runs against India in the Super 4 match of the ongoing Asia Cup 2023. Notably, the game was interrupted by rain and will recommence on Monday, which is a reserve day.
The former cricket player disapproved of Babar Azam’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss. Notably, Babar’s decision backfired as Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma put together a 121-run opening partnership, allowing the Indian team to get off to the best possible start in the game. The Indian captain was dismissed at 56, whereas Gill was dismissed shortly after scoring 58 runs.
Well. I don't see this starting again. Colombo ki baarish is crazy pic.twitter.com/KiY8Mbzl77
— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) September 10, 2023
Akhtar, who traveled to Colombo to witness the high-stakes India-Pakistan match, uploaded a video to his X account in which he slyly jabbed Babar about the ‘wise decision.’ He anticipated the game on the reserve day and hoped Pakistan would perform better.
“Well. I do not foresee this beginning again. Colombo’s behavior is insane,’ the 48-year-old titled the image.”Hey guys, this is Shoaib. The match is about to begin, and all of our supporters, Indians and Pakistanis alike, should not wait. However, barish ne bacha liya humein! Barish ne bacha lia.
Today we’re leaving India, and we’re grateful for the opportunity. (I came to witness the match, we are all waiting, Indian and Pakistani fans. The previous day, rain saved India, and today, rain saved us!). In the video, Akhtar can be heard expressing his hope that the match will conclude and we’ll be able to recommence at the same time the following day, and that the decision not to bowl first was a wise one.
