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The highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2024 is set to take place in the West Indies, promising thrilling cricketing action. As teams from around the world prepare for the tournament, cricket enthusiasts and experts alike are making their predictions about which teams will shine on the Caribbean pitches. This year’s competition is expected to be fierce, with several top contenders vying for the coveted trophy.
Mohammad Hafeez names his favourite teams to excel in the tournament
Former Pakistan cricket captain Mohammad Hafeez recently shared his insights on the upcoming T20 World Cup. Hafeez highlighted three teams he believes will perform exceptionally well in the tournament, excluding his own national team, Pakistan.
Hafeez elaborated on his selections, citing the strengths of each team. He reckoned that India have the tactical advantage and the right team formation to excel in the Caribbean conditions. As the host nation, West Indies naturally have a home advantage and Hafeez pointed out that the familiarity with local conditions could significantly boost their performance. He also termed England as a strong contender, capable of performing well on the Caribbean pitches.
“Look, I would say the same thing again, if I were to say what my heart wants, I would pick Pakistan first. If I consider tactics and right formation then I think India can perform better in the West Indies,” said Hafeez as quoted by Cricket Pakistan.
“West Indies themselves could perform better there and alongside them, England could perform really well,” he added.
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Hafeez explains why Pakistan will struggle
Despite his loyalty to Pakistan, Hafeez expressed concerns about the national team’s prospects in the upcoming T20 World Cup. He highlighted several critical issues that might hinder their performance. According to Hafeez, the lack of proper team formation and a clear mindset are significant obstacles. He emphasized the importance of well-defined roles within the team, which he feels are currently missing.
“Look, as a Pakistani, my heart will always remain in the favour of Pakistan regardless of their performance. But, considering the facts, I think the Pakistan team will struggle. The only reason behind that is they are not ready in terms of the right formation and the mindset. Also, their roles are not defined yet like a controlled team,” explained Hafeez.
