Disappointed fans target Sarfraz Ahmed after a humiliating defeat against India

His decision to bat first after winning the toss has come under the scanner.

Published - 24 Sept 2018, 17:24 IST | Updated - 24 Sept 2018, 17:24 IST

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Pakistan succumbed to their second defeat to India in four days in the Asia Cup and the hype which was created ahead of the tournament has proved to be agonisingly one-sided. After the way the Men in Green had won in the Champions Trophy final, many felt that the tussle will be neck and neck this time. But the action in the middle has been a complete contrast. However, the fans are extremely disappointed with the team and especially the captain Sarfraz Ahmed and have criticised him a lot.

In the group stage encounter, India bundled out Pakistan only for 162 after they opted to bat first and then chased the total only in 29 overs. Though when the Super Four clash arrived, the fans felt that the team will stage a stunning comeback like they did last did. Much to their agony, what transpired on the 22 yards was even more embarrassing.

India chased down 238 with no fuss and more importantly their bowlers failed to take even a single wicket during the 39.3 overs of action.

Sarfraz decision at the toss under the scanner

More than anyone, the skipper Sarfraz Ahmed has come under severe criticism. Having lost the match after batting first previously, he did the same once again on Sunday. Even the cricket experts covering the game were surprised with him choosing to bat first after winning the toss despite knowing that the conditions get better to bat under the lights in Dubai.

It was the same story once again with the bat. The openers couldn’t get going and the out-of-form captain scored 44 runs before Shoaib Malik slammed 78 runs to bring some respectability to the total. But all the efforts were of no use for them as India were never bothered about the under-par chase.

A couple of thumping losses is a reality check for this Pakistan team who were considered the favourites when the Asia Cup started. Meanwhile, the fans were critical of Sarfraz as the skipper and bashed him left, right and centre.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Pakistan HAVE TO win this game having chosen to bat first. If the don’t, the flood gates will open on Sarfraz & HIS decision!
— Kevin Pietersen (@KP24) September 23, 2018

Still a better player then sarfraz ahmed😊#PAKvIND pic.twitter.com/bpVDXoMf0s
— Mohtashim Javed (@MohtashimPTI) September 24, 2018

Sarfraz Ahmed JIT ke samne pesh. sawalnama parh ke suna dya gya #PAKvIND pic.twitter.com/ymjIfZaYd3
— Zameer Maan (@ZameerMaan) September 24, 2018

Very poor captain who should be sacked immediately. You don’t bat first here unless someone bets on it…🤔
— Ayub Zumla (@AyubZumla) September 23, 2018

Sarfraz need to go home whatever outcome pakiatan faces in Asia cup…
He has no brain, no talent and not even form…
He is not made for cricket.
— Sajjad Hameed (@SajjadHameed999) September 23, 2018

Sarfaraz is actually over rated player, in past when Pakistan cricket was good he won't been able to qualify for top 15
— Khubaib Asim Khan (@khubaibasimkhan) September 23, 2018

Sarafaraz needs to go home. We can't afford his captaincy anymore!
— Madeeha (@moodymaddy) September 23, 2018

One of the laziest captain i have ever seen he has no brain
— SharryMalik (@Sharrymalik09) September 24, 2018

Does sarfraz fit in Playing X1???
With all his worst decisions
Is he capable of leading the team to win WC19????
— Rana Azan (@RanaAzan48) September 23, 2018

Why , and for what reason he is the team captain @TheRealPCB ! Just because a 40 after 15 innings #BadCricket please drop him from the team.
— Akhunzada Irfan Khan (@Irfan_khan_ksa) September 23, 2018