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In comments reported by The Indian Express, Kaif argued that India’s title-winning teams shared a key trait: bowlers who could deliver under pressure, whether by restricting opponents or defending totals. He said the current team needs to build that same strength as it works through a difficult period against the West Indies.
India’s bowlers have come under pressure during the ongoing five-match T20I series against the West Indies, with the visitors producing high totals. The Indian Express report described a lack of consistency in India’s bowling and raised questions about the team’s ability to adapt to batting-friendly conditions.
India’s third T20I win in Indore showed the attack could respond, but the fourth match in Hyderabad saw West Indies post 247 for three before winning by 24 runs to level the series at 2-2. The results have intensified debate about bowling plans, execution and the balance of the attack.
Kaif also pointed to Zaheer Khan’s growth into a match-winning bowler as an example of why players need consistent opportunities and backing. The report said he urged captain Shreyas Iyer to encourage an aggressive, wicket-taking approach, especially when conditions do not reward defensive bowling.
The central message is that India’s World Cup ambitions depend not only on batting firepower but also on developing bowlers who can take wickets and execute plans under pressure.
