Sana's comments came after Pakistan suffered a demoralising 6-wicket defeat against India in Dubai. Recalling her conversation with a friend as the match proceeded, Sana said that she had predicted the team's downfall the moment Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the 15-member squad.

Former Pakistan skipper has criticised the Mohammad Rizwan-led team after their early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, stating that even MS Dhoni couldn’t have changed their fate in the tournament due to poor squad selection.

Former Pakistan women's captain Sana Mir has joined the chorus of criticism against the men's cricket team for its early exit from the Champions Trophy, saying that even a talisman like Mahendra Singh Dhoni cannot change the fortunes of the embattled side.