Babar Azam is likely to be reinstated as the captain of the Pakistan cricket team after stepping down due to the team’s poor performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The Pakistan Cricket Board officials are set to meet with Azam before his departure to join his teammates for a fitness camp.
Pakistan star batter Babar Azam is likely to be named as the captain of national cricket team again, ARY News reported citing sources.
The right-handed batter stepped down as Pakistan captain from all versions of the game over the side’s dismal performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The side could not qualify for the semifinal, losing five of the nine group-stage fixtures.
According to sources, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials have reached out to Babar Azam and will likely hold a meeting with him before his departure to Abbottabad to join his teammates for the fitness camp in military academy Kakul.
It is pertinent to mention here that the prolific batter announced his resignation after a meeting with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Zaka Ashraf.
Following his resignation, the governing body announced that Shaheen Afridi would lead the national team in the T20 internationals.
The star speedster, who was appointed captain of the T20I side in November, has been in the role for one series, of five matches in New Zealand, where Pakistan lost the series by 4-1.
His series loss against New Zealand was followed by Lahore Qalandars disastrous PSL campaign, with one win out 10 PSL matches.
Recent speculations suggest that Babar Azam is being considered once again for the role of the Pakistan cricket team’s captain. Despite previously stepping down on account of the team’s performance issues, there is a growing buzz about the potential reinstatement of Azam as the captain. This decision holds significant weight, particularly with the focus shifting to rebuilding the team’s performance on the international stage. Babar Azam’s exceptional batting prowess and consistent performance have cemented his status as a top-class cricketer. Moreover, his dedication to the sport and ability to lead by example make him a compelling candidate for the captaincy. As the cricket fraternity eagerly awaits the official announcement, the potential return of Azam as the captain sparks a new wave of hope for Pakistan cricket’s future.
Source: ARY NEWS
Babar Azam, the Pakistan cricket star, is likely to be reinstated as the national team’s captain following his resignation due to the team’s poor performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials are reportedly in contact with Azam and are expected to hold a meeting with him before his departure for a fitness camp. After Azam’s resignation, Shaheen Afridi led the T20 internationals, but Azam’s potential reinstatement is now making headlines. This development comes after Azam’s resignation and Shaheen Afridi’s brief stint as captain, following Pakistan’s disappointing series against New Zealand and a challenging PSL campaign for Lahore Qalandars.
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