IND vs PAK: "No one accepts defeat"- Navjot Singh Sidhu warns Rohit Sharma

Published - 08 Jun 2024, 11:51 AM | Updated - 23 Aug 2024, 01:13 AM

India versus Pakistan and Navjot Sindh Sidhu
India versus Pakistan and Navjot Sindh Sidhu. Image Credit: Getty Images/X

Navjot Singh Sidhu, a former Indian cricketer and commentator, shared his views on the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2024. India and Pakistan are set to enthrall the cricket world on Sunday, June 9, when they will go head-to-head at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.

As India and Pakistan prepare for the blockbuster clash in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, Sidhu spoke about the intense rivalry between the two cricketing giants, saying there is a culture of retribution where defeat is not easily accepted by fans.

The commentator further highlighted the immense pressure associated with facing the Men in Green, saying the victory against them is often equated with winning a World Cup by the Indian fans due to the significance attached to the rivalry.

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Navjot Singh Sidhu highlights pressure and expectations ahead of IND vs PAK T20 World Cup 2024 showdown

The former Indian legend further pointed out the changing dynamics of the India-Pakistan cricketing rivalry, as they only meet in multi-nation events, but still, the unifying power of cricket can connect people across borders.

Sidhu also highlighted the passionate fan bases and the immense expectations from both teams, saying it led to intense scrutiny and backlash for both teams in these IND vs PAK matches.

Navjot Singh Sidhu was quoted as saying by India Today ahead of the IND vs PAK clash: “No one accepts defeat here. It's the culture of retribution. Defeat is not bitter if you swallow it, but here no one wants to accept the defeat. You lose from anyone, you should not lose against Pakistan. If you win against Pakistan, you have won a World Cup. People equate.”

The commentator added, “There is always backlash and retribution over loss. No one wants to lose here. However, now things have changed a bit, as the teams do not get to play against each other quite often. It's the sportsperson who connects, as cricket match is a unifier.”

There is no batting for the Pakistan team: Navjot Singh Sidhu

Sidhu highlighted Pakistan's recent struggles and emphasized their reliance on their bowling attack when he was asked who has an edge for the IND vs PAK clash on Sunday in New York.

He further pointed out Pakistan's recent dip in form, citing defeats against England in the recent T20I series and the USA in their T20 World Cup 2024, which highlighted their batting woes.

He expressed concern over Pakistan's batting performance, saying their struggle makes things only challenging for them in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, as India have a well-balanced side to tackle all the challenges of the mega event, so they can easily outsmart the Men in Green in New York.

Sidhu signed off by saying, “On one side there is ascendency and on the other end there is descendency. You lost against England. You are a Test-playing nation, and you lose against the USA. There is no batting for the Pakistan side. You cannot rely on an individual. Meanwhile, India has a well-balanced side in the T20 World Cup.”

Rashmi Wasnik

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