World Cup 2023: Sarfaraz rallies behind Pakistan team

Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has come out in support of struggling Pakistan team in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023.

If Pakistan envisage reaching the semi-finals at the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup then they simply must find their best form and defeat a surging South Africa in Chennai.

Pakistan have shown glimpses of their best so far with two wins from five matches, but have yet to have all aspects of their game peaking at once.

Speaking to reporters after leading Karachi Whites to a victory in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2023-24 final at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Sarfaraz urged people to stand behind the players and advised that any criticisms or opinions be expressed after the conclusion of the tournament.

"We need to support the Pakistan team. Yes, they have not played good cricket but they can bounce back. They don't need to lose hope and give 100 per cent of the effort without worrying about the result," Sarfaraz said.

“People who are outside must support the team and whatever things one has to say, say it after the tournament ends,” he added.

Sarfaraz, who played a pivotal role in Karachi Whites' triumph, highlighted the significance of consistent performances in domestic cricket. Finishing as the second-highest run-scorer in the tournament with 697 runs and contributing 28 dismissals, he was awarded the player of the tournament.

“I always try to continue my performances whenever I play domestic cricket and most importantly the performances have been beneficial for the team,” he added.