#PakvSA: A Look At The Positives and Negatives Ahead of #CT25

Pakistan secured an important victory during the #PakvSA game of the tri-nation series, boosting their confidence ahead of #CT25. While the win showcased some strong performances, it also exposed several weaknesses that need urgent attention. The batting form of key players and Shaheen Afridi’s wicket-taking ability were major positives but concerns over poor fielding and the inconsistency of the bowling attack remain pressing issues.

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#PAKvSA: Batting and Shaheen’s Early Impact a Major Boost Ahead Of #CT25

Pakistan’s batsmen delivered strong performances, with Rizwan anchoring the innings, Fakhar Zaman displaying his attacking stroke play, and Salman Ali Agha playing a match-winning innings in the middle order. Their form is a major plus for Pakistan, as they are expected to play key roles in the Champions Trophy, 2025. Additionally, Shaheen Afridi’s ability to strike with the new ball and also break partnerships in the middle overs is a big advantage. His rhythm and aggression make him Pakistan’s main weapon in the bowling attack.

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Fielding and Death Bowling, A Major Concern

Despite the win, Pakistan’s poor fielding remains a huge concern. Their effort in the field has cost them 20-30 extra runs in both games of the tri-series. Such errors could be disastrous in a high-pressure tournament like the Champions Trophy. Furthermore, while Shaheen has been brilliant early in the innings, his performance at the death has been worrying. He has leaked runs in the final overs, which needs immediate correction. Moreover, the rest of Pakistan’s bowling attack has looked fairly ordinary, struggling to contain runs or pick wickets consistently.

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If Pakistan wants to successfully defend their Champions Trophy title, they must find a way to save 20-30 runs in the field, as those extra runs could be the difference between victory and defeat in crucial matches.