Former Pakistan cricketer Aamir Sohail criticises Pakistan team’s performance

Former cricketer Aamir Sohail has criticised Pakistan’s poor performance in the Champions Trophy 2025, highlighting the team’s repeated failures with the bat and lack of strategic planning.

During an interview on , Sohail said Pakistan had a strong chance when Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel were at the crease.

However, back-to-back dismissals triggered a collapse, limiting Pakistan to just 241 runs.

The team could not even bat the full 50 overs.

Pakistan’s struggles were further compounded by their bowling and fielding errors.

India, led by Virat Kohli’s century, chased down the modest target comfortably. Sohail noted that Pakistan’s lack of adaptability to modern cricket, where teams regularly aim for 300-plus scores, is a major issue.

He also pointed out that while other teams focus on singles, strike rotation, and proper batting technique, Pakistan remains fixated on power-hitting.

Sohail urged the team to work on technical improvements and proper execution of game plans to compete at the highest level.

Pakistan’s early exit from the tournament has also raised questions about team selection and overall preparation.

With the team giving consecutive losses, the pressure is mounting on the management to reassess the squad and address key weaknesses before upcoming international fixtures.