When Imam ul Haq Said Other Teams Are Scared Of Pakistan

image-lofimqvfPakistan's opener, Imam ul Haq (Twitter)

Recently, Imam-ul-Haq's bold statement before the World Cup has gained buzz and has stirred up debate in the cricketing world. He boldly talked about Pakistan's ODI team instilling fear in their opponents, citing their impressive track record and formidable lineup. While this assertion is rooted in confidence, Pakistan's performance in the ICC World Cup 2023 tells a different story.

In the viral clipping, Imam-ul-Haq is seemingly, emphasizing the reputation Pakistan's ODI team has built over the years. With potent bowlers like Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf, and a strong batting unit led by captain Babar Azam, Imam-ul-Haq, and Fakhar Zaman, it's no wonder that Pakistan can be a force to be reckoned with in the ODI format.

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Here's what he said:

“I try to live in the present. I'm not thinking about that (World Cup) right now. Yes, in the back of my mind, I'm preparing for the World Cup. I know that people are well and truly scared of our one-day team, because we have achieved some great wins. We have a pattern that we follow. I believe our one-day team is particularly good,” Imam told YouTuber Daniyal Sheikh in a podcast.

However, despite the bold claims and early successes in the tournament, Pakistan's World Cup campaign has hit a rough patch. They started with two impressive wins but then faced a string of defeats, causing them to languish in the fifth position in the league standings. In their latest match against Bangladesh, Pakistan managed to finally win however their skipper Babar Azam's performance has been in question for quite a while now.

While Pakistan is not officially eliminated from the competition, their chances of making it to the semifinals seem bleak. With two matches left and a need for several favorable results, they would require a miraculous turn of events to secure a spot in the knockout stage.

Imam-ul-Haq's optimism about Pakistan's ODI team may still hold true for future competitions, but the current World Cup has been a rollercoaster ride, highlighting the unpredictability and competitiveness of international cricket.