Former Pakistan women’s cricket team captain, Sana Mir, has strongly criticized the selection of Pakistan’s squad for the Champions Trophy, stating that even legendary Indian captain MS Dhoni couldn’t have made a difference with this team.
Speaking on a state TV channel, Sana Mir emphasized that the 15-player squad was not chosen based on playing conditions, which she believes is a major reason for Pakistan’s poor performance.
“Not Even MS Dhoni or Younis Khan Could Save This Team”
Sana Mir, a respected voice in cricket analysis, argued that no matter who was in charge—be it MS Dhoni, known for his exceptional leadership, or former Pakistan captain Younis Khan—the outcome would have been the same.
“Even if you bring in MS Dhoni or Younis Khan as captain, nothing would have changed. The squad selection was simply not based on the right conditions,” she said.
Pakistan Eliminated from Champions Trophy After New Zealand’s Victory
Pakistan’s Champions Trophy hopes ended after New Zealand defeated Bangladesh by 5 wickets in a Group A match in Rawalpindi. This result confirmed Pakistan’s early exit from the tournament, further fueling debates about poor squad selection and team performance.
Key Takeaways
Sana Mir believes Pakistan’s squad was poorly selected and not suited for the tournament’s conditions.
Even legendary captains like MS Dhoni or Younis Khan wouldn’t have made a difference, according to her.
Pakistan was officially eliminated after New Zealand’s victory over Bangladesh.
Conclusion
Pakistan’s exit from the Champions Trophy has raised serious questions about team selection and strategy. With criticism coming from cricketing experts like Sana Mir, it remains to be seen how the management will address these issues moving forward.
