India vs Pakistan Cricket Match Loss: Pakistan's Coach Calls It a Wake-Up Call to 'Get Our Act Together
Pakistan's head coach, Grant Bradburn, has described the team's loss to India in the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2023 as a good reminder for them to improve their performance ahead of the World Cup. Bradburn acknowledged that the defeat broke Pakistan's three-month unbeaten streak and highlighted the need for the team to consistently perform at their best.
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Bradburn expressed gratitude for the timely reminder and acknowledged that there were no excuses for Pakistan's loss, as they were outplayed in all aspects of the game. He emphasized the importance of turning up and giving their best in every match.
The coach also recognized the opportunity to play against some of the best players in the world and highlighted the learning experience that comes with it.
Pakistan had elected to bowl first, but India posted a formidable total of 356-2, led by impressive centuries from Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. Pakistan's batting unit, on the other hand, struggled to match the firepower of their opponents.
Bradburn remained optimistic about the team's batting unit, expressing trust in their abilities and emphasizing the need for them to come right in the upcoming matches.
Pakistan's next match is against Sri Lanka on Thursday, where they will look to bounce back from their loss against India and showcase an improved performance.