Former Pakistani cricketer Abdul Razzaq has taken a dig at the Indian cricket team, stating that their defeat in the Cricket World Cup 2023 final against Australia meant that “cricket won.” Razzaq accused India of using home conditions to their advantage and claimed that a victory for India would have been a “sad moment for cricket.” This comes after Razzaq faced backlash for his comments about the Pakistan team, which included a reference to Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai. He later apologized for his remarks.
During a recent interaction, Razzaq expressed his views on the World Cup final, emphasizing that India’s utilization of home conditions was against the spirit of the game. He believed that if India had emerged victorious, it would have been a disappointment for cricket as it demonstrated a lack of fair play. Razzaq emphasized the importance of fair pitches, a balanced atmosphere, and equal opportunities for both teams.
In the final, India was all out for 240 runs, despite notable performances from Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. The Australian pacers displayed excellent discipline, restricting the Indian batsmen. In response, Travis Head played a remarkable century innings, leading Australia to a six-wicket victory and securing their record-extending sixth World Cup title.
Razzaq’s comments highlight the ongoing debate surrounding the use of home advantage in cricket, with critics arguing for a fair and level playing field. The controversy surrounding his earlier remarks about the Pakistan team and Aishwarya Rai has further added to the discussion. As the cricketing world reflects on the World Cup final, it remains to be seen how these conversations will shape the future of the game.
