Had to face a crushing defeat of 76 runs. India in the super 8 t20 world cup 2026 at the hands of South Africa The pitch has crossed boundaries, leading to a fierce war of words across borders. former batsman of pakistan Mohammad Yusuf On February 22, 2026, social media was taken to mock the Indian team’s performance at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Yusuf particularly highlighted the psychological impact of the former fast bowler Mohammad AamirWho has been a vocal critic of the Indian side from the television studios.
Mohammad Amir predicts that India will not reach the semi-finals of T20 World Cup 2026
The clash had started long before the first ball was bowled in Ahmedabad, fueled by Amir’s appearances on various talk shows, where he questioned the technical depth of India’s new-look top order. Aamir created massive controversy by labeling Indian sensation Abhishek Sharma as ‘a mere sloganeer’ who lacked the flair for high-pressure ICC matches, a claim that was sharply criticized by Indian veterans Harbhajan Singh.
Furthermore, Aamir boldly predicted that South Africa was the better tactical side and that India would likely fail to qualify for the semi-finals as well. t20 world cup 2026. As India’s batting lineup collapsed for just 111 runs in the Super 8 opener, Aamir’s criticisms seemed to irritate the hosts, evoking vengeance for the former Pakistani fast bowler and providing Yousuf with the perfect ammunition to launch his online taunts.
In a post that quickly went viral across the subcontinent, Yousuf expressed his delight at Amir’s accuracy in ‘reading’ the game, and jokingly referred to him as a ‘dangerous’ who doesn’t allow the Indian team to get any peace. Yusuf used his platform to highlight how Indian players are currently taking ‘criticism’ from both their fans and external critics, suggesting that the psychological pressure of the ‘Studio’ is proving to be as effective as any on-field bowling attack.
“Oye @iamamirofficial, you are dangerous! You harassed India on the field, and now you are harassing them in the studio. Let them breathe, they are already on fire. Finalists South Africa have picked up where they left off in the last T20 World Cup. A strong team! The top order faltered, but the lower order did well and the bowling discipline was exceptional.” Yusuf said.
oy @iamamirofficialYou are dangerous! you tormented #India On the field, and now you’re playing them from the studio. Let them breathe, they are already on fire. Finalists South Africa pick up where they left off #T20WorldCup. A formidable side! Top order…
– Mohammed Yousaf (@yousaf1788) 22 February 2026
Apart from trolling, Yusuf’s comments also highlight the professional clinicalness of the South African side. He said that despite a poor start, where the Proteas were in trouble at 20/3, their lower order showed resilience which India lacked. The mention of South Africa as ‘finalists’ who have maintained their momentum serves as a bitter reminder to the Indian camp that their quest to defend the title is now in serious jeopardy, with the remaining games against them. zimbabwe And west indies Now functioning as virtual quarter finals.