Usama Mir voiced his opinion on fan commentary towards the Pakistan men’s team after they were knocked out of the Asia Cup following a tense loss to Sri Lanka yesterday (September 14), urging his country’s supporters “to stop being so reactionary”.
Pakistan will not advance to Sunday’s final against India after losing their last Superfours match against Sri Lanka on the last ball of the match. Pakistan also lost the final match of the tournament, losing to India by 228 runs.
In response to online criticism of the site, Mir tweeted a statement using a screenshot of the memo with the caption “I have a few things to say.”
In two screenshots attached to the tweet, Mir said: “When we’re good, everyone praises us. And then if we have a few bad matches, we become the worst cricketers ever and no one can be with us anymore. It really hurts. We need your support more in bad times than in good times.”
Mir did not play in the match against Sri Lanka and was also part of Pakistan’s squad for the Asia Cup, but did not play in the Pakistan match. His last ODI was in the Pakistan-Afghanistan series ahead of the Asia Cup. He played in the first and second matches of the series, going wicketless in the first match and taking a wicket in the second match.
I have a few things I want to say👇👇 pic.twitter.com/K7J00SuIxc
– Usama Mir (@iamusamamir) 15. September 2023
“When I made my debut for Pakistan, everyone cheered for me,” Mir wrote. “I had a great year from National T20 to Pakistan Cup, PSL, T20 Blast to Hundred and New Zealand ODI series. After playing half an average match against Afghanistan, I suddenly became an average bowler. So I don’t deserve to be on the team? This is crazy.”
“I think this unnecessary criticism should stop. It affects the players. The management and captain have put in a lot of effort for Pakistan to be successful. I am confident that it will be possible.”
Mir described Shadab Khan as a player who was unfairly targeted after the defeat. Shadab posted 1-55 from his nine overs with an economy of 6.11. He also made an impression on the field when he overtook Kusal Perera with a direct hit.
“The most important thing I want to say is that 1-2 games do not make a cricketer,” Mir wrote. “If Shadab Khan doesn’t perform in a few games, he’s not a bad cricketer. Now everyone says he’s in the team because of ‘friendship’ and so on. Es ist Unsinn. I saw firsthand how he and others train. We will do our best. Now, if Shadab appears in the next game, will he suddenly become the strongest? We have to stop being so reactive as fans. ”
Mir ended his statement by appealing for support for the team, saying, “We are going through a bit of a difficult time right now, but I am confident that the Pakistan team will soon bring happiness and joy.” . Please keep our team in your prayers. ”
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