Shoaib Akhtar Blasts Pakistan’s Final Mistakes: “Selection Was a Joke – Amir Cried After India’s Win”
India lifted the Asia Cup 2025 trophy with a dominant 5-wicket win over Pakistan in the final.
But the real story?
It’s not just about the loss.
It’s about what went wrong and why Shoaib Akhtar and Mohammad Amir are now calling out their own team.
Pakistan collapsed from 113/1 to all out for 146.
India chased it down easily.
And fans? They’re heartbroken.
Let’s break down the real reasons behind the defeat straight from two Pakistani legends.
Shoaib Akhtar before the start of the game – Pakistan will spoil the India’s party
Shoaib Akhtar when Pakistan lost the game – Puri क़ौम Mayush hai.
Even his English got Urdufied..#INDvPAK #AsiaCup2025 pic.twitter.com/Wrhwo8QmHZ— AT10 (@Loyalsachfan10) September 28, 2025
🔥 Shoaib Akhtar Drops Truth Bomb: “Bad Selection Killed Pakistan”
Legendary fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar didn’t hold back:
“The reason we lost wasn’t bad luck. It was a bad decision.”
His biggest complaints?
He added:
“If you don’t fix the middle order, you’ll keep losing big matches.”
Fans agreed:
“We had the game. Then threw it away.”
“Shaheen, Nawaz, Faheem, where was the fight?”
😢 Mohammad Amir Breaks Down: “We Gave India Victory on a Plate”
Former star Mohammad Amir released an emotional video, and he couldn’t hold back tears.
“We should have won this match. But we gifted it to India.”
Md Amir crying
Ro mat beta aage aur bhi mauke ayege thode aasu bacha le #AsiaCupFinal #AsiaCup2025 #INDvsPAK pic.twitter.com/1eVXzb5R0N— Shubham singh (@Paliwalshubham5) September 29, 2025
His key points:
- India won the toss and bowled first → good for Pakistan.
- Batting first in the finals is always better → the pressure shifts to the chaser.
- Openers set a strong platform: 113/1.
“At that moment, I thought we were going to win.” But then… collapse.
“We lost 9 wickets for 33 runs. How? WHY?”
Amir said:
“Our players don’t know where to play which shot.”
“Watch Tilak Verma. Learn from him. He stayed calm. Played smart.”
One fan replied:
“Amir cried because he knew the truth. Our batting is broken.”
📉 What Went Wrong? The Collapse That Lost the Match
India only needed 147.
They got there in 18.2 overs.
Tilak Verma (30 off 18) silenced critics.
Abhishek Sharma (38) and Shubman Gill (47) built the base.
Game over.
🎯 Why Haris Rauf’s Over Changed Everything
When India was struggling at 40/3, spinning the ball was working.
So what did Captain Salman Agha do?
Brought on Haris Rauf, a fast bowler, to bowl to Tilak Verma, who was shaky against spin.
Result?
17 runs in 6 balls.
Momentum flipped.
Shoaib Akhtar called it:
“The turning point. A terrible decision.”
Experts say:
“You don’t take spinners off when they’re winning you the game.”
💬 Fans React: “We Lost Before We Batted”
Social media exploded after the loss:
“Amir crying hits harder than the loss itself.”
Many demanded change:
“New captain. New coach. New mindset.”
Final Thoughts: Talent Isn’t Enough
Pakistan had the start.
They had the pitch.
They had the crowd energy.
But they lacked:
- Smart batting
- Clear plans
- Leadership under pressure
As Amir said:
“Learn from Tilak Verma. Learn how to bat.”
Because in modern T20 cricket,
It’s not just about power.
It’s about patience, placement, and purpose.
Now, the question remains:
Will PCB listen?
Or will this pain fade until the next final?
Watch Highlights & Reactions
🎥 Watch: Pakistan’s 9-wicket collapse
😢 See: Mohammad Amir’s emotional breakdown
🔥 Relive Tilak Verma’s match-winning knock
💬 Comment below: Should Salman Agha step down as captain?
