The win is particularly significant as former Pakistani pacer Mohammad Amir had earlier predicted that India would not make it to the semi-finals. After the March 1 victory, Aamir faced severe criticism on social media. But even that did not change his attitude. Once again he targeted Team India with a vengeance.

Mohammad Amir while speaking on a Pakistani TV show admitted that Sanju Samson played one of the best innings of his life. Under pressure in front of over 65,000 spectators, Samson scored an unbeaten 97. Amir said, accepted and played well. Such an innings under pressure is special.

Samson’s innings not only gave India victory, but also put to rest the questions about his place in the team. While praising Samson, Amir feels that Team India’s performances have not been consistently high. He commented, Indian team is not playing well.

Amir also argued that except for Bumrah, all other Indian bowlers are consuming runs. The team mainly depends on the ability of a bowler. The Indian team is also going through an emotional time during this tournament. The team’s star finisher Rinku Singh’s father died of cancer. Because of that he had to return home midway through the tournament. However, Rinku was in the field against West Indies, but was not included in the playing XI.