In what can only be described as a new low in cricketing excuses, some Pakistani media panelists have come up with an outlandish claim—India sent 22 Hindu priests to Dubai to perform black magic and ensure Pakistan’s defeat. Yes, you read that right.
During a heated television debate, an anchor gasped, “Ooo 22?” as a panelist confidently stated that these priests were part of a covert operation to “distract Pakistan’s players.” Another expert chimed in, suggesting that India refused to play in Pakistan because their priests “wouldn’t be allowed” there. If that wasn’t bizarre enough, yet another panelist claimed that seven priests had visited the stadium the day before the match to conduct special rituals.
While the rest of the world is still laughing at the absurdity, the real magic happened on the field, where India’s skill and strategy crushed Pakistan fair and square. Perhaps next time, Pakistan might want to focus on improving their game instead of blaming supernatural forces.