Former Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal extended his felicitations to the Indian cricket team for wrapping up a clinical and biggest victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four match at R. Premadasa in Colombo on Monday.
Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Ajmal made it clear that victory and defeat are integral aspects of the game.
Winning and losing is a part of Game..Congratulations India š®š³ on a spectacular win and Hard luck Pakistan šµš°.. alot of things to learn from this game and implement in the future games. We should stand by our team in all circumstances. so let’s support our Team and Come back… pic.twitter.com/r8ByxDNeYi
— Saeed Ajmal (@REALsaeedajmal) September 11, 2023
Ajmal stated that following their defeat to India, Pakistan must embark on a learning journey, assimilating the lessons acquired to enhance their performance in forthcoming matches.
Nevertheless, it remains imperative that the fans continue to rally behind the Pakistan team, he added. Ajmal was of the view that unwavering support is instrumental in fostering a strong resurgence.
– Uncertainty looms over Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah's participation in remainder of Asia Cup –
In line with the health and fitness challenges faced by Pakistan pacers Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah, the Pakistan cricket management called up Shahnawaz Dahani and Zaman Khan as backup options.
Rauf and Naseem's participation in the remaining Asian Cup matches is uncertain due to injuries sustained by them during the Super Four stage match against India.
Rauf didn't bowl on the reserve day, while Naseem Shah left the field clutching his wrist after delivering the second ball of his final over.
Neither Haris nor Rauf were even sent to bat against India. The evaluations of their injuries are ongoing, and their availability for the remaining Asia Cup matches will be determined after assessment.
