Former cricketer and 2017 Champions Trophy winning captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has penned a message for the national cricket team ahead of their crucial final group stage match against Namibia in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

 

“Boys, leave whatever has happened behind. From now on, only look forward. Our strength is our unity. Trust your abilities, back each other, and give 100 percent on the ground. When we play as a team, nobody can stop us. Let's go out, enjoy the game, and make Pakistan proud. All the best Team Pakistan!” he said amid a wave of criticism that grips social media since Pakistan’s crushing defeat against India on Sunday.

 

 

The team sits third in their group with four points after winning their opening matches against the Netherlands and the United States (US) and suffering a 61-run defeat to India.

 

A win against Namibia today will take Pakistan to six points and confirm their place in the Super 8 stage. Even if rain washes out the match, Pakistan will still advance with five points.

 

India lead the group having won all three of their matches, while the US sit second on four points having completed all four of their group fixtures.

 

The Super 8 stage starts February 21.