NEW DELHI: Pakistan's captain, Babar Azam, confronted his team's fielding shortcomings and the need for a fresh approach after their unexpected loss to Afghanistan, a defeat that has placed them on the brink of elimination from the World Cup.
Pakistan's eight-wicket defeat to Afghanistan marked their third consecutive loss in the tournament, following two initial wins. The shocking loss has left Pakistan in a precarious position, needing to win all their remaining four matches to secure a spot in the semifinals.