Ex-Cricketers Malik, Ali, Ahmed Slam Pakistan's 'Stupid' Planning After New Zealand Washout

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Pakistan's Super 8 Washout: Ex-Players Slam 'Stupid' Planning Against New Zealand

Pakistan and New Zealand won one point each without playing a single ball. Image: AFP

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Firstpost•22-02-2026, 11:09

Pakistan's Super 8 Washout: Ex-Players Slam 'Stupid' Planning Against New Zealand

•Pakistan's first Super 8 T20 World Cup 2026 match against New Zealand in Colombo was washed out due to persistent rain.
•Former Pakistan players Shoaib Malik, Basit Ali, and Tanvir Ahmed heavily criticized the team's planning and toss decision.
•Tanvir Ahmed questioned captain Salman Agha's choice to bat first in rainy conditions, stating any captain would field first.
•Shoaib Malik linked the decision to the mental impact of Pakistan's earlier loss to India, suggesting lingering effects on team thinking.
•Basit Ali called the decision to bat first in rain a "stupid decision," arguing chasing is easier with a D/L target in such conditions.

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