Wahab Riaz blames Pakistan's own mistakes for T20 World Cup exit: We beat ourselves
Women's T20 World Cup, PAK vs BAN: Pakistan coach Wahab Riaz blamed his team's repeated batting collapses for their early exit from the tournament, saying Pakistan had "beaten themselves" rather than being outplayed by opponents.
Pakistan coach Wahab Riaz said his team let themselves down in the Women’s T20 World Cup. On Saturday, Fatima Sana’s side crashed out of the tournament after suffering a 23-run defeat to Bangladesh at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.
Chasing 124 for victory, Pakistan were well-placed at 69 for 2 after 11 overs before a dramatic batting collapse saw them finish on 100 for 8.
Reflecting on the campaign, Wahab said Pakistan had been responsible for their own downfall rather than being outplayed by opponents. He expressed disappointment with the team's inability to handle pressure, particularly after batting collapses in their first three matches.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Women's T20 World Cup: Highlights | Scorecard
The defeat left Pakistan winless in the tournament, with their remaining two games now offering only an opportunity to salvage some pride.
"It is very disappointing to be out of the World Cup because, from our point of view, I still believe no other team has truly beaten us. We have beaten ourselves. That is a big difference. When another team plays better and beats you, you have to give them credit. But unfortunately, in our last three games, we were not up to the mark, and it was us who let those matches slip away,” Wahab said in the post-match press conference.
HOW PAKISTAN ENDURED HORROR BATTING COLLAPSES
Against India, Pakistan were cruising at 51 for 1 in the powerplay before Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani sparked a batting collapse. Against South Africa, Pakistan slumped to 50 for 8 as the Proteas pace trio of Shabnim Ismail, Marizanne Kapp and Ayabonga Khaka wreaked havoc.
Captain Fatima Sana fought valiantly against South Africa, scoring 55 runs and claiming three wickets, but her all-round effort ultimately went in vain. Against Bangladesh, Muneeba Ali and Gul Feroza laid a solid foundation with a 49-run opening partnership. However, Pakistan suffered another dramatic batting collapse, resulting in their elimination from the tournament.
Having lost their first three matches, Pakistan will look to put up an improved performance when they take on Australia in their penultimate group-stage fixture at Headingley in Leeds on June 23. They will then conclude their campaign against tournament debutants Netherlands in Bristol on June 27.
Pakistan coach Wahab Riaz said his team let themselves down in the Women’s T20 World Cup. On Saturday, Fatima Sana’s side crashed out of the tournament after suffering a 23-run defeat to Bangladesh at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.
Chasing 124 for victory, Pakistan were well-placed at 69 for 2 after 11 overs before a dramatic batting collapse saw them finish on 100 for 8.
Reflecting on the campaign, Wahab said Pakistan had been responsible for their own downfall rather than being outplayed by opponents. He expressed disappointment with the team's inability to handle pressure, particularly after batting collapses in their first three matches.
Pakistan vs Bangladesh, Women's T20 World Cup: Highlights | Scorecard
The defeat left Pakistan winless in the tournament, with their remaining two games now offering only an opportunity to salvage some pride.
"It is very disappointing to be out of the World Cup because, from our point of view, I still believe no other team has truly beaten us. We have beaten ourselves. That is a big difference. When another team plays better and beats you, you have to give them credit. But unfortunately, in our last three games, we were not up to the mark, and it was us who let those matches slip away,” Wahab said in the post-match press conference.
HOW PAKISTAN ENDURED HORROR BATTING COLLAPSES
Against India, Pakistan were cruising at 51 for 1 in the powerplay before Deepti Sharma and Shree Charani sparked a batting collapse. Against South Africa, Pakistan slumped to 50 for 8 as the Proteas pace trio of Shabnim Ismail, Marizanne Kapp and Ayabonga Khaka wreaked havoc.
Captain Fatima Sana fought valiantly against South Africa, scoring 55 runs and claiming three wickets, but her all-round effort ultimately went in vain. Against Bangladesh, Muneeba Ali and Gul Feroza laid a solid foundation with a 49-run opening partnership. However, Pakistan suffered another dramatic batting collapse, resulting in their elimination from the tournament.
Having lost their first three matches, Pakistan will look to put up an improved performance when they take on Australia in their penultimate group-stage fixture at Headingley in Leeds on June 23. They will then conclude their campaign against tournament debutants Netherlands in Bristol on June 27.
