T20 World Cup: India missed a sixth bowling possibility in semifinal vs England, says Matthew Hayden

T20 World Cup: India had been knocked out of the competitors after a 10-wicket hammering towards England. Matthew Hayden spoke about India’s destiny and what led to their loss.

Melbourne,UPDATED: Nov 11, 2022 17:55 IST

India cricket staff after getting knocked out of the T20 World Cup. (Courtesy: AP)

By India Today Web Desk: Pakistan staff marketing consultant for the T20 World Cup 2022 – Matthew Hayden has dissected India’s loss within the T20 World Cup semi-final towards England. Speaking to the media forward of Pakistan’s closing towards England at Melbourne, Hayden mentioned that India’s lack of sixth bowling possibility value them the semi-finals.

“One of the things India was really missing the other night was a leg-spinning option, a sixth bowling option. This Pakistan side has six genuine options and a seventh as well should Iftikhar be required. So, I think the bases are covered,” Hayden in contrast the 2 sides.

India had been routed within the semi-finals by England after Jos Buttler and Alex Hales got here out trying to find runs from ball one. The duo used the powerplay restrictions to their profit and smashed the Indian bowling assault. Needing 169 runs at Adelaide, England defeated India with 4 overs and 10 wickets hand.

Pakistan alternatively staged a comeback after again to again losses of their first two matches of the event. The staff gained essential matches towards South Africa and Bangladesh to enter the semi-finals after which defeat New Zealand in a commanding efficiency.

“We are in the big game. We’ve taken on board the criticisms, we have enjoyed the successes and the failures, both. And, I think we’re ready to play,” Hayden mentioned after reaching the finals of the event.

“A beautiful metaphor for this team that really, at its heart has got raw talent, mixed with the passion of a nation that loves the game,” the previous Australian cricketer additional added.

Pakistan shall be squaring off towards England at Melbourne on 13 November, Sunday. The possibilities of that match taking place are bleak because of the climate forecast at Melbourne, however ICC have a reserve day in place, simply in case the sport is washed out.

Edited By:

Kingshuk Kusari

Published On:

Nov 11, 2022