Hesson addresses criticism of Pakistan's home pitches for World Cup
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Pakistan ODI coach elaborated on social media regarding the suitability of the team's home pitches for upcoming ODI World Cup preparations against Australia. He emphasized that the pitches would provide a variety of conditions, countering concerns that they would not adequately prepare the team for challenges in southern Africa. This statement aims to assure fans and critics as the World Cup approaches, addressing prior criticism about the quality of the surfaces.
- •Hesson defends Pakistan's pitches on social media
- •Claims pitches will provide variety for World Cup
- •Criticism arose regarding preparation for southern Africa
- •Focus on creating conducive playing conditions before tournament
- 2:58 AMESPNcricinfo — Hesson debunks pitches 'myth', says there will be 'variety' at ODI World Cup
"Pakistan ODI coach took to social media to defend his side's home pitches against Australia amid criticism that they are not going to help World Cup preparations for southern Africa
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