From 155/3 to 191 all-out: How India executed a classic Pakistan collapse in a matter of 6 overs

In the highly anticipated clash between arch-rivals India and Pakistan in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, the cricketing world witnessed a classic collapse from Pakistan, a team often known for its susceptibility to such setbacks. The Men in Green started on a promising note but soon crumbled, leaving fans and analysts stunned.

At one point in time, Pakistan appeared to be cruising, standing at a relatively comfortable score of 155/3. Skipper Babar Azam and wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan had put up a commendable partnership, with Babar contributing a gritty 50 and Rizwan not far behind with 49 runs to his name. It seemed like Pakistan was on track to post a formidable total, giving their bowlers something substantial to defend.

However, the cricketing gods had a different plan for Pakistan. What followed was a startling batting collapse that unfolded in a matter of just six overs. The remaining six wickets fell like a house of cards, with only 36 runs added to the scoreboard. Pakistan were all-out for 191 runs in 42.5 overs. It was a stark reminder of Pakistan's historic struggles with consistency and composure under pressure.

India's bowling attack, spearheaded by the likes of Mohammed Siraj, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, and Kuldeep Yadav, exploited Pakistan's vulnerability expertly. Each of these bowlers chipped in with two wickets, working in tandem to dismantle the Pakistani batting lineup. Their disciplined and incisive bowling performance exposed Pakistan's fragility, turning the tide of the match decisively in India's favor.

Pakistan's notorious history of batting collapses in crucial matches has plagued the team for years, leading to lost opportunities and shattered hopes. While there are moments of brilliance and exceptional talent within the Pakistani ranks, the consistency and resilience needed to compete at the highest level have often eluded them.