Renowned commentator Harsha Bhogle has issued a cautionary message to the world’s top cricket teams after observing the formidable performance of Pakistani fast bowlers in the lead-up to the World Cup. Expressing admiration for the aggressive bowling displayed by Pakistani pacers against Afghanistan, Bhogle noted that despite the frequent administrative changes within the cricket board, Pakistan’s pace attack remains a formidable threat to any opponent. This has garnered the attention of major teams worldwide.
Bhogle emphasized the need for batsmen to exercise caution when facing the trio of Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah. In light of recent developments, he quipped that two months prior, the prediction that “Pakistan will come” was made in jest.
Furthermore, Bhogle commended Pakistan for consistently producing world-class fast bowlers despite the tumultuous state of their cricket administration. He highlighted that since the conclusion of the 2019 ICC World Cup, Pakistan’s fast bowling contingent has maintained an impressive bowling average of 27.00, the highest among the teams participating in the 2023 World Cup.