Asia Cup: Wasim Akram slams Pakistan's batting despite victory over Oman, jokes “Went for bite, came back and..." before India clash

Core Insights - Pakistan began their 2025 Asia Cup campaign with a dominant victory over Oman, winning by 93 runs after scoring 160 runs [3] - Mohammad Haris was the standout performer, scoring 66 runs off 43 balls, including seven fours and three sixes [3] Batting Performance - Pakistan's innings started poorly with Saim Ayub dismissed for a duck in the first over [3] - An 85-run partnership between Sahibzada Farhan and Mohammad Haris was crucial, but the team faced a collapse after Farhan's dismissal for 29, dropping from 89/1 to 102/4 in just 12 balls [3][2] - Former captain Wasim Akram criticized the batting display, noting the need for players to adapt quickly to unfamiliar bowlers [2] Team Composition - Pakistan fielded only one frontline pacer, Shaheen Shah Afridi, in the match against Oman [3] - There is speculation about the inclusion of Haris Rauf to strengthen the pace attack ahead of the upcoming match against India on September 14 [3]