Nov 10(ABC): A prediction made by English all-rounder Ben Stokes one year ago came true on Thursday when England crushed India by 10 wickets to set up a Twenty20 World Cup final with Pakistan.
On October 29, 2021, Stokes posted a tweet asking his fans if they thought Pakistan and England will play the final. He posted the tweet when Pakistan had already beaten New Zealand, India and Afghanistan and were topping group II.
On the other hand, England had started the tournament with one-sided wins against defending champions West Indies and sub-continent bully Bangladesh.
Contrary to expectations, England and Pakistan, who were the favourites to compete in the final, were knocked out of the race for the trophy.
England failed to keep their calm under pressure at the death overs with the ball against the Black Caps. Similarly, Pakistan failed to close out the Australian innings despite having them at 96 for 5 at one point, chasing 177. Meanwhile, Twitterati trolled Stokes for his tweet.