Pakistan coach Wahab Riaz said that his team disappointed itself in the Women’s T20 World Cup. On Saturday, Fatima Sana’s team was eliminated from the tournament after losing to Bangladesh by 23 runs at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.

Chasing a target of 124 runs to win, Pakistan were in a good position at 69 for 2 after 11 overs. A dramatic batting collapse left their score at 100 for 8..

Reflecting on the campaign, Wahab said that Pakistan was responsible for its own decline rather than being defeated by its opponents. He expressed disappointment at the team’s inability to handle pressure, especially after the batting failed in the first three matches.

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The defeat deprived Pakistan of a win in the tournament, with their remaining two games now providing the only opportunity to salvage some pride.

Wahab said in the post-match press conference, “It is very disappointing to be out of the World Cup because, from our point of view, I still believe that no other team has really beaten us. We have beaten ourselves. That is a big difference. When another team plays better and beats you, you have to give them credit. But unfortunately, in our last three matches, we could not perform as expected and it was us who let those matches slip away.”

How Pakistan endured a horrific batting defeat

Against India, Pakistan had scored 51 runs for 1 wicket in the powerplay, but Deepti Sharma and Sri Charani collapsed the batting. Against South Africa, the Proteas pace trio of Shabnim Ismail, Marizanne Kapp and Ayabonga Khaka wreaked havoc, leaving Pakistan at 50 for 8.

Captain Fatima Sana fought bravely against South Africa, scoring 55 runs and taking three wickets, but her all-round efforts ultimately went in vain. Against Bangladesh, Muniba Ali and Gul Firozha laid a strong foundation by making an opening partnership of 49 runs. However, Pakistan suffered another dramatic batting collapse, resulting in their exit from the tournament.

After losing their first three matches, Pakistan will look to do better against Australia in their final group-stage match at Headingley, Leeds on June 23. They will then conclude their campaign against tournament debutants Netherlands on 27 June in Bristol.

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