Former India cricketer Madan Lal believes Pakistan cricketers lack the skills and technique necessary to compete at the international level. He praised the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for its role in propelling Indian cricket to new heights by focussing on infrastructure development and competitive match scheduling.
Pakistan performed poorly in their Group A match against archrivals India on Sunday, September 14, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
After deciding to bat first, the Men in Green huffed and puffed their way to 127/9 in 20 overs. In response, India chased the low mark in 15 overs, with seven wickets remaining.
“Just look at the BCCI. It’s a multi-million industry now, taking Indian cricket to unprecedented heights. They focus on bettering infrastructure, creating a competitive environment by conducting India A matches, and whatnot. And that’s why our team’s standard is so high,” Lal told News 18.
“Look at Pakistan. Jaisa wo khele hain… unmein talent hi nahi hai (They lack talent big time). I’ve never seen such shot-making in international cricket. Complete lack of skill,” he added.
Bring the Asia Cup home: Madan Lal
Lal, who was a part of India’s World Cup-winning campaign in 1983, urged the Indian team to bring the Asia Cup home. Suryakumar Yadav and Co. have already progressed to the Super-Four stage of the competition after bagging wins against the UAE and Pakistan.
“Play the game the way it should be played. Keep your spirits high. Play hard and win it. Bring the Asia Cup home,” he concluded.
The Men in Blue will play their final Group A fixture against Oman on Friday, September 19, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Jatinder Singh-led Oman have already been eliminated and will look to salvage some pride in their clash against India.
Meanwhile, Pakistan will play a do-or-die clash against the UAE on Wednesday, September 17, in Dubai. The winner of this contest will join India in the Super Four.
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