Ex Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali identified a major weakness in the Indian cricket team following their 8-wicket loss to New Zealand. He highlighted concerns not only with the batting but also the bowling attack, noting that while Jasprit Bumrah resembled legends Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis, he lacked a strong pace partner. Ali also addressed the challenges facing newly-appointed head coach Gautam Gambhir.