Pakistan
'I have faced similar disappointments' on cricket field, PM Imran backs national team
Prime Minister Imran Khan has congratulated the Men in Green for their stellar performance throughout the tournament and sent a message of encouragement to boost the team's morale.
For the purpose, the premier cited his own example from his cricketing days and said that losing is part of the game.
"To Babar Azam & the team: I know exactly how all of you are feeling right now bec[ause] I have faced similar disappointments on the cricket field," the premier wrote on Twitter.
"But you should all be proud of the quality of cricket you played & the humility you showed in your wins."
At the same time, the prime minister congratulated team Australia for their 5-wicket win.