Former England captain Michael Vaughan sparked controversy with scathing remarks about India’s cricketing prowess, branding them an ‘underachieving’ team. Following their defeat in the opening Test against South Africa, Vaughan emphasized India’s failure to capitalize on abundant resources, citing their prolonged inability to conquer the elusive ‘final frontier’ in Test cricket for over three decades.
Vaughan’s critique extended to India’s recent losses in major ICC events, highlighting their setback in the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia and the defeat in the World Test Championship earlier in the year. He questioned India’s standing in global cricket, expressing doubt about their ability to live up to expectations despite their talent pool.
During a discussion on Fox Sports alongside former Australian cricketer Mark Waugh, Vaughan posed the question, “Do you think, in terms of cricket, India are one of the most underachieving sports teams in the world?” The comments have sparked debate among cricket enthusiasts worldwide regarding India’s performance on the international stage.
