Pakistan's problem isn't about skill or temperament — it runs much deeper

Pakistan’s recurring struggles against India are not rooted in nerves or talent but in a persistent lack of role clarity. Frequent chopping and changing, confused player roles and an overreliance on all-rounders have left the side without balance or a Plan B. As pressure mounts on senior players, Pakistan’s deeper structural issues continue to surface on the biggest stage.

By PRATYUSH RAJ