Former Pakistani cricketer Tanvir Ahmed has reacted strongly to the humiliating 10-wicket defeat of the Shad Masood-led Pakistan cricket team against Bangladesh in the first Test of the ongoing two-match Test series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday, August 25.
Surprisingly, Pakistan’s batting line-up crumbled spectacularly in the second innings as they were bowled out for just 146 runs against Bangladesh. Bangladesh’s bowlers unleashed a relentless attack, leaving Pakistan’s batsmen in tatters throughout the second innings.
The debacle has sparked outrage among cricket fans and pundits, with many questioning the Pakistan team’s commitment and preparation for the ongoing home Test series against the Tigers.
Tanvir Ahmed criticises Pakistan’s shock defeat to Bangladesh in Rawalpindi Test
Tanvir Ahmed was among critics who called Pakistan’s performance shameful, stressing that lack of hard work and discipline has led to this shameful downfall.
The devastating collapse was a real embarrassment as it exposed serious cracks in Pakistan’s strategy and discipline. Following the hosts’ poor performance, former Pakistan player Tanvir Ahmed raised questions about the team’s commitment and readiness for the Bangladesh Tests.
Taking to social media, Tanvir Ahmed said that it is a shameful defeat as Pakistan is playing a series at home, but despite this, Bangladesh bowlers destroyed the hosts in excellent fashion. Tanvir Ahmed blamed the lack of hard work and preparation for the shameful defeat in Rawalpindi.
Tanvir Ahmed posted on X: “Pakistan’s home series is a success, and in the second innings, Bangladesh’s bowlers have completely dismantled our batting. This is what happens when you don’t put in the effort. It’s embarrassing!)”
Pakistan’s home series is underway or the Bangladesh team’s bowler has put the power of our batting in the second innings. He has said that he has worked hard and is proud of us.
– Tanveer says (@ImTanveerA) August 25, 2024
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Meanwhile, this marked Bangladesh’s first win over Pakistan in 14 Test matches. With this win, India and South Africa are now the only teams Bangladesh is yet to defeat in Test cricket. Also, this is the first time Pakistan has suffered a 10-wicket defeat in a home Test, including matches played in the UAE.
After losing the first Test, Pakistan captain Masood said: “I never want to make excuses, but it (the pitch) didn’t work out the way we thought it would.”
They will now face each other in the second and final Test at the same venue in Rawalpindi starting from August 30. After the tour of Pakistan, Bangladesh will travel to India for a two-match Test series.