Adil Najam
Pakistan Day Mubarak, Pakistan. World Cup Mubarak, cricket lovers (the ‘real’ World Cup really started today with the first knockout stage match, between Pakistan and the West Indies). And, hopefully, very soon, Match Mubarak, Pakistan.
The game is still being played as I write this. But Pakistan is off to a great game and hopefully on its way to a comfortable victory. A fitting way to celebrate Pakistan Day. And a fitting gift on Pakistan Day to all Pakistanis.
A sincere thank you from all Pakistanis to an awesome Bangladeshi crowd. Their support and sportsmanship was astounding. Indeed, there has to be tension and bitter memories for some. And those need to be honored and addressed. But to see the support and love for the Pakistan team around the ground today was a good feeling. Maybe even a better feeling than Pakistan doing so well on the field.
Who ever it is India or Australia, Pakistan need to make sure they work on themselves and improve on their weaknesses.
The Bangladesh crowd was so supportive today it was a joy. Yes, really, thank you Bangladesh
Pakistan and Pakistan Cricket have been through a lot in last few years. One would not expect a team hailing from a country surrounded by so many problems to perform so well. Their performance gives hope for a better future to all of us. Well done team Pakistan and thanks for the support Bangladesh. No finish the job by defeating India in the semi-final and South Africa in the final.
First, great game today.
Second, hope Pakistan uses the week long break well and comes fully prepared into the Semi. No matter who we play, it will be a tough game.
Finally, much as I always like to play India, strategically I would like to play Australia, because I want to get to the Finals. That will be easier with playing Australia.
India, of course. Australia we have already defeated!