Pakistan cricket has never been short of talent, but the real challenge has always been spotting and backing the right players. Recently, Sahibzada Farhan has reignited this debate with his jaw-dropping performances in domestic cricket.
Rashid Latif Calls Out PCB’s Selection Policy
Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif isn’t happy with how things are shaping up. He believes Farhan has done more than enough to earn a proper run in the national setup.
Speaking on a TV channel, Latif questioned the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) approach, especially when players like Hasan Nawaz—who had a breakthrough moment in New Zealand—are being pushed ahead despite limited domestic experience.
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“You can’t just say Hasan should go ahead because he scored a century. That’s not how it works,” Latif said. “There are other players as well. If I compare him with Sahibzada Farhan, the difference is huge. He’s been the top performer in domestic T20 tournaments for a reason.”
Breaking Records, But Still Overlooked
Sahibzada Farhan has been a dominant force in domestic cricket, especially in the ongoing National T20 Cup. His latest century in the semi-final against Abbottabad was a reminder of why he deserves a place in Pakistan’s squad.
Farhan has piled up 605 runs in just seven innings this season, smashing his own record of 492 runs from last season. That’s not just consistency—it’s domination.
And if breaking his own record wasn’t enough, he also went past Fakhar Zaman’s previous national record for most runs in a single T20 tournament. Fakhar had scored 588 runs in the 2022 PSL—but in 13 innings. Farhan overtook him in just seven matches!
His batting this season has been nothing short of sensational:
✅ 114 vs Lahore Whites*
✅ 62
✅ 76
✅ 162 (Yes, you read that right!)
✅ 26
✅ 148*
When a player is consistently putting up these kinds of numbers, it’s hard to justify keeping him out of the national team.
What More Does He Need to Do?
This isn’t about Hasan Nawaz vs. Sahibzada Farhan. It’s about fairness in selection. Players who have worked their way up through consistent performances deserve a fair shot.
Yes, Farhan has played for Pakistan before, but was he ever given a real chance to settle? If the PCB is serious about finding the best talent for the T20 World Cup, they cannot ignore a player who is rewriting the record books at home.
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With Pakistan’s middle order struggling in recent T20Is, isn’t it time to bring in a player who has proven his ability to score big, fast, and under pressure?
The ball is in PCB’s court. The fans have spoken. Rashid Latif has spoken. And most importantly, Sahibzada Farhan’s bat has spoken—loud and clear. Now, will the selectors finally listen?
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