'They should watch Lagaan’: ‘Hurt’ Ahmed Shehzad takes a dig at Pakistan team

Former Pakistan opening batter Ahmed Shehzad slammed Shan Masood-led side after their embarrassing loss against the visitors England in the first Test match at Multan Cricket Stadium on Friday.

Pakistan became the first team in the history of Test cricket to lose a red-ball match after posting 550-plus score in their first attempt.

Shehzad took a dig at the Pakistan team for their lack of motivation that led to a shambolic performance.

 "For motivation I suggest Pakistan team should watch Lagaan movie. The issue is that in the movie they had to pay it from their pockets. But you don't have to do this, Pakistan Cricket Board has to do it," Shehzad said on his YouTube channel.

“We’re obviously hurt by the results, hurt as a nation. But the beauty of the game is it always gives you another chance. Life gives you another chance. So the quick turnaround might be beneficial for us and we’re looking forward to it," remarked Masood after the defeat.

Pakistan cricket team are currently on their lowest since 2022 T20 World Cup final. They faced their biggest defeat in the T20 World Cup 2024 where a non-Test playing nation USA defeated them in the opener clash of the marquee event.

They recently lost a first-ever Test series against Bangladesh.