Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly has given a sharp response to Pakistan’s head coach Mike Hesson after he called Mohammad Nawaz the “best spinner in the world.” Hesson’s statement came ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 clash between India and Pakistan, and it immediately sparked debates among cricket fans and experts.
Ganguly Criticizes Pakistan Coach’s Spinner Claim
When asked about the remark, Ganguly responded with a mix of disbelief and blunt honesty. He questioned the coach’s assessment, saying that it is now up to Nawaz to prove that his coach’s words are justified. According to Ganguly, such claims need to be backed up on the field, especially when playing against top-class teams like India.
Ganguly also spoke about the current state of the Pakistan team. He compared today’s squad to the golden era when legends like Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar, Saeed Anwar, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Younis Khan, and Mohammad Yousuf played for the country. He said the quality of the present team has dropped significantly and pointed out that without players like Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan’s batting looks much weaker.
On the bowling side, Ganguly acknowledged that names like Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf are good, but he insisted that they are nowhere near the legendary status of Wasim Akram or Waqar Younis. He remarked that the difference in talent between the two generations is huge and cannot be compared.
Despite his criticism, Ganguly admitted that cricket is unpredictable. A single good performance or a bad day on the field can change the course of a match, especially in tournaments like the Asia Cup where pressure is high.
India and Pakistan matches are always full of excitement, and Hesson’s bold statement about Nawaz has only added more spice to the rivalry. Fans will be eager to see if Nawaz can rise to the challenge and prove his coach’s confidence correct when he faces India’s strong batting line-up, which includes players like Suryakumar Yadav and Shubman Gill.
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For now, Ganguly’s words remind everyone that reputations in cricket are built over time with consistent performances, not just bold statements. The upcoming Asia Cup games will decide whether Hesson’s claim holds any weight or not.
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