Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has said he does not expect India to reach the semi final of the T20 World Cup.
He added that he believes their batting is still a major problem in the tournament.
Speaking on a private TV programme, Amir shared his prediction for the teams that will qualify from the Super Eights stage. He named South Africa and the West Indies as his picks.
Amir further added that India’s batting has struggled in most matches except against Pakistan.
He said their batting collapse could hurt them again in the Super Eights stage and increase pressure on the team.
He added that both South Africa and the West Indies are playing strong cricket and can defeat any side.
Further, he praised the West Indies bowling attack and mentioned Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Jason Holder and Shamar Joseph.
He also said that Sherfane Rutherford and Rovman Powell are powerful hitters who can trouble any opposition.
Talking about South Africa, Amir said their fast bowling is strong, their spin department is solid and their batting is in form.
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He said this balance makes them strong contenders for the semi final.
Other panellists on the show had different views. Former captain Rashid Latif said he expects a Pakistan versus India semi final.
Cricketer Ahmed Shehzad predicted that India and South Africa would qualify for the last four.
Will Mohammad Amir come back to play Pakistan cricket?
Previously, Amir also addressed reports about a possible return to international cricket. He said he has no plans to take back his retirement.
“For the past two or three days, I have been hearing that Mohammad Amir is making a comeback and taking back his retirement. No discussion has taken place with me about any comeback or withdrawing retirement, nor do I have any such plan. The decision I made regarding retirement is final,” Amir said.
“My fans say that I should come back, but Pakistan cricket also needs to move forward,” he added.
