Veteran journalist Hamid Mir has said that India is indirectly thanking those responsible for leaving out Pakistan’s star cricketers Babar Azam, Muhammad Rizwan, and Naseem Shah. He suggested that the absence of these players has worked in India’s favor in the ongoing cricket tournament.
Hamid Mir explained that whenever these three players are on the field, they usually play a big role in Pakistan’s performance against India. Babar Azam is one of the most reliable batters, Muhammad Rizwan is known for his consistent scoring and wicketkeeping skills, while Naseem Shah has been a constant threat with the ball. Their exclusion, according to him, has weakened Pakistan’s overall game.
He further said that Indian fans are not just celebrating their team’s success but are also grateful that Pakistan’s strongest performers are missing. “It feels like someone has done India a big favor,” Mir commented, pointing to the surprising decisions around team selection and injuries.
The absence of these players has sparked debate among cricket experts and fans. Many believe that without them, Pakistan has lost the edge it usually carries into high-pressure matches, especially against India. Critics are now questioning the team management and the decisions that led to such an outcome.
While Pakistan still has talented cricketers, the lack of experienced match-winners like Babar, Rizwan, and Naseem is clearly visible. Their absence has not only affected the team’s balance but has also shifted the momentum of the tournament in India’s favor.
