The Windies were highly charged up

In the ICC semi-final, the body language of the Pakistanis was negative and the Windies bowlers did well to exploit it, writes Kris Srikkanth.

On top one day and completely down in a matter of two days. That is the story of Pakistan cricket. What a show they put up against the Indians the other day, only to collapse in a heap against the West Indies. I was actually looking forward to an exciting contest but it turned out to be a complete anti-climax.

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Why Inzamam chose to bat first and what was Bob Woolmer's contribution towards that decision, are two questions that beg an answer.

I have raked my brains to come up with one but I am afraid it is beyond me. Let us just say that the decision to bat in obviously bowling-friendly conditions was bewildering, more so given the fact that in recent times a lot of the West Indies wins have come when they have chased a target.

Having said that, Pakistan did manage to go past 50 without losing too many wickets only for one superb piece of fielding to turn the game the Windies way.

Bravo, who seems to be making a mark at the highest level, was off balance when he sent in the throw to run Hameed out and that he still succeeded in his endeavour, makes his effort even greater.