In a surprising turn of events, former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has shared his views on Pakistan's chances in the upcoming ICC World Cup 2023.
He believes that the Pakistani cricket team might not be the frontrunners for a spot in the semi-finals, and here's why.
"Some fans believe that Pakistan has a strong chance to reach the World Cup semi-finals," Harbhajan Singh began. "However, I believe they perform well in T20Is but are only average in one-day internationals."
Harbhajan Singh, known for his candid opinions, didn't stop there. He named the top contenders for the semi-finals, giving cricket enthusiasts plenty to ponder.
He said, “In my opinion, India, Australia, England, and New Zealand are the top contenders for the semi-finals."
The former cricketer's assessment comes on the heels of Pakistan's early exit from the Asia Cup 2023, where they were eliminated during the Super-Four stage.
This unexpected outcome left fans and experts alike questioning the team's readiness for the World Cup.
As cricket fever continues to build ahead of the ICC World Cup 2023, Harbhajan Singh's views add an intriguing twist to the conversation.
Will Green shirts prove the doubters wrong and make a strong showing in the tournament, or will the top contenders he mentioned live up to expectations?
Cricket fans worldwide will be eagerly awaiting the answers as the tournament unfolds.