Safety-first approach, brittle batting: Why Pak froze before India’s ingenuity

Pakistan's meek surrender against India in the World Cup left fans bewildered. Despite possessing spinners suited for the slow Colombo pitch, Pakistan's decision to field first and their batting approach proved costly. Poor form from Shaheen Afridi further hampered their efforts, leading to a defeat that highlighted their inability to learn from past mistakes.

Feb 17, 2026 - 10:30
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Safety-first approach, brittle batting: Why Pak froze before India’s ingenuity
Pakistan's meek surrender against India in the World Cup left fans bewildered. Despite possessing spinners suited for the slow Colombo pitch, Pakistan's decision to field first and their batting approach proved costly. Poor form from Shaheen Afridi further hampered their efforts, leading to a defeat that highlighted their inability to learn from past mistakes.

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