In a candid TV appearance, ex-Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Aamir doubled down on his skepticism towards India’s T20 World Cup ambitions. Predicting a semifinal absence for the hosts in 2026, Aamir pointed to inconsistent batting as the Achilles’ heel.
‘My guess is based on what I’ve seen from their batting lineup,’ he explained, favoring South Africa and West Indies for top spots. ‘Whether you agree or disagree, I stand by it. Why should I pretend they’ll dominate?’ Aamir questioned, shrugging off potential backlash.
He softened his stance slightly, hoping India disproves his forecast. Meanwhile, in the ongoing event, India has cruised through the group phase unbeaten, securing Super 8 qualification at the top of their pool.
Group 1 in Super 8 features heavyweights: India, South Africa, West Indies, and Zimbabwe—all group toppers. Key clashes include India vs South Africa (Feb 22), vs Zimbabwe (Feb 26), and vs West Indies (March 1).
Fresh off their 2024 triumph on home turf, India eyes back-to-back titles. Aamir’s jabs, following his ‘slogger’ remark on Abhishek Sharma that sparked trolls, underscore the intense subcontinental cricket banter.