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Are Pakistan players afraid to take responsibility for their failures?

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As a Pakistan cricket fan, it's disappointing to see how often our players blame others when things don't go well. Whether it's the coach, the captain, or even the pitch, there's always an excuse. It's too easy for players to point fingers instead of looking at themselves.

Every cricketer, no matter how experienced, makes mistakes. It's part of the game. But instead of accepting responsibility and working harder, some of our players quickly blame external factors. This attitude doesn't help the team grow or improve.

Recently, we witnessed the home Test series loss against Bangladesh, which was particularly disheartening. Despite being the stronger team on paper, we failed to capitalize on our advantages. Instead of acknowledging our shortcomings, we saw players and management deflecting responsibility onto various external factors. This kind of behavior is counterproductive and hinders the team's progress.

Similarly, in the first Test against England, the team's performance left much to be desired. Once again, rather than focusing on their own mistakes and areas for improvement, there was a tendency to blame the conditions and other external elements.

We need our players to be more accountable. When they perform well, they rightly get praised. But when they don't, they should own up to it and focus on getting better. Blaming others only creates a negative environment and affects team morale. It's time our players understand that real growth comes from accepting challenges and learning from failures, not from blaming others. Let's support a culture of accountability and hard work in the Pakistan cricket team.
 
I think they are afraid full stop. And its all for their self serving mentality.

1. They are afraid to lose
2. They are afraid to lose their place in the team
3. They are afraid to bowl flat out in case they get injured.
4. They are afraid to take time out to rehabilitate, in case someone comes in and take their place.
5. They are afraid to get out (which is why they play so slow), which in turn will lose them their place in the team.
6. They are afraid of fast bowling
7. They are afraid of spin bowling
8. They are afraid of challenging pitches


I’ve probably missed a few, but I’ve had it with these gutless, fearful kittens
 
I won't blame the players, they're doing their best with the talent they have. Instead, I blame the system for failing to groom and develop them and for not identifying and nurturing top talent.
 
They just want to remain current enough to land the next T20 league, not more, not less.
 
It is very easy to blame others for your mistakes.
Batters really have no excuse because that wicket was flat. Just accept it
 
I won't blame the players, they're doing their best with the talent they have. Instead, I blame the system for failing to groom and develop them and for not identifying and nurturing top talent.
With respect, this is a bit too simplistic.

You can maybe apply that to some of the newcomers but the likes of Babar and Rizwan

There’s no excuse for them and even Shaheen and some others.
 
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I think they are afraid full stop. And its all for their self serving mentality.

1. They are afraid to lose
2. They are afraid to lose their place in the team
3. They are afraid to bowl flat out in case they get injured.
4. They are afraid to take time out to rehabilitate, in case someone comes in and take their place.
5. They are afraid to get out (which is why they play so slow), which in turn will lose them their place in the team.
6. They are afraid of fast bowling
7. They are afraid of spin bowling
8. They are afraid of challenging pitches


I’ve probably missed a few, but I’ve had it with these gutless, fearful kittens
I agree on most your points except no. 2. Around 7-8 players got consistent chances in different formats but still they have miserably failed to take their game to next level even though had some really good coaches. It's not a government job where you can work without accountability for years & years, here either you have to perform consistently or leave the place for others. These 7-8 players have no right to blame anyone except themselves
 
The seniors step up on tough occasions but for PCT they crawl back into the pavilion just hoping for the juniors to rescue them. Team should be thankful to Salman Agha how he helped them from the embarrassment of bowing out below 100 in the 2nd innings against England.
 
They are not afraid... they are actually not capable enough to take the responsibility in pressure situations.
 
They are not interested in serving the Pakistan team. They are only interested in fulfilling their personal needs, which is just money.

Every foreign coach appointed, even the latest Gillespie and Kirsten , they have all highlighted the need to play as a team , to play for the name on the shirt at the front not at the back!

Mickey Arthur's comments on players being made super stars by Agents
... And you quickly see why the downfall has been rapid last 2 -3 yrs despite "skill".

So why would they take responsibility for losses? When was the last time Babar Azam came out and said I am to blame since I should've scored big, instead it's always we as a team lost, due to blah blah blah. Compare that to establishedd teams around the world in 2024.
 
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