After Pakistan’s loss to India in the Asia Cup 2025 final, fans expressed frustration with captain Salman Ali Agha’s decisions on the field.
Social media was filled with criticism particularly about how he managed the bowling attack during important stages of the game.
Many supporters argued that Agha did not use his bowlers at the right times. Some felt key bowlers were introduced too late, while others were kept on when they were proving expensive. These choices, according to fans gave India’s batsmen enough room to take control of the chase.
Pakistan had posted 146 runs with Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman leading the scoring. However, once India began their reply, the pressure slipped away.
Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 became the turning point, and many believed that smarter bowling changes might have shifted the balance back in Pakistan’s favor.
For Agha, the defeat has opened up a debate about his leadership skills in high-pressure matches. Fans acknowledged his positive energy throughout the tournament but stressed that finals demand sharp decision-making.
While disappointment is high, many supporters remain hopeful that the team will learn from this experience and come back stronger in future competitions.
