Dubai, September 20, 2025 — With the high-voltage Pakistan–India showdown around the corner, the Pakistan cricket team held a crucial meeting on Sunday in Dubai where players openly admitted to their recent batting failures.
Players Acknowledge Weaknesses
According to sources, the team meeting gave every player the opportunity to share their views. Several batters conceded that they had failed to perform to expectations in the Asia Cup so far. A recurring theme in the discussion was the inability to rotate strike, which players admitted had cost them crucial runs and put unnecessary pressure on the batting lineup.
Bowlers, on their part, recognized that batting conditions were challenging but stressed that partnerships and better strike rotation could ease the pressure.
Commitment to Improvement
Players assured the management that they would deliver a stronger performance in the Super Four stage, particularly in the much-anticipated clash against India. Head coach Mike Hesson expressed full confidence in the squad, backing them to overcome recent shortcomings.
Context: Asia Cup Performance
Pakistan’s campaign has so far been mixed. The team has won two out of three matches, but its lone defeat came at the hands of arch-rival India. Analysts note that while Pakistan’s bowling unit has remained competitive, the batting order has struggled to post imposing totals.
Middle-order collapses and the inability of top-order batsmen to anchor innings have been particularly concerning. Several former players have also criticized the lack of intent in rotating strike, leading to pressure build-up and avoidable dismissals.
Pressure of the India Encounter
The Pakistan–India matches are traditionally the highlight of the Asia Cup, drawing massive global viewership and intense media attention. For Pakistani players, the stakes are even higher, with both performance and national pride on the line.
Sports experts suggest that Pakistan’s ability to fix its batting woes could determine the outcome of the encounter. “The bowlers can restrict India, but without a solid batting performance, Pakistan will struggle,” said a former national captain.
Looking Ahead
The team’s internal acknowledgment of its weaknesses is being seen as a positive step toward improvement. Whether this self-reflection translates into results on the field will become clear in the Super Four clash against India — a match that could define Pakistan’s journey in this year’s Asia Cup.
