Lisa Sthalekar slams Pakistan's T20 World Cup performance

Former Australian cricketer and commentator Lisa Sthalekar has criticized Pakistan's performance in the T20 World Cup 2024, describing it as deeply disappointing, akin to New Zealand's underwhelming campaign.

She attributed Pakistan's defeat against India to the pressure of the moment, highlighting the team's inability to handle crucial situations effectively.

She also noted that the seasoned players failed to rise to the occasion, which significantly contributed to their struggles throughout the tournament.

"The senior players' lack of performance was a significant reason for Pakistan's downfall," Sthalekar said.

Moreover, Sthalekar emphasized Pakistan's failure to adapt to the tournament's conditions, both strategically and in execution. This shortcoming, she argued, severely hampered their overall performance.

Meanwhile, Sthalekar praised the United States for their remarkable achievement in defeating Pakistan and advancing to the Super Eight stage. She hailed it as a historic milestone for the American team, especially impressive given their debut at this level of international cricket.

Commenting on the broader dynamics of the tournament, Sthalekar pointed out that teams like the USA and Bangladesh showed better adaptation to the conditions compared to Pakistan.