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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has addressed the recent resignation of Babar Azam as the country’s white-ball captain last week.
In a surprising move, Babar Azam stepped down from the position, citing a heavy workload and a desire to focus more on his batting. The announcement has sparked discussions about the who will be the new captain.
Babar Azam’s Resignation
Babar Azam took to his social media accounts last week and announced his resignation with a heartfelt statement. “Dear Fans, I’m sharing some news with you today. I have decided to resign as captain of the Pakistan men’s cricket team, effective as of my notification to the PCB and Team Management last month.”
“Captaincy has been a rewarding experience, but it’s added a significant workload,” he wrote. “I want to prioritize my performance, enjoy my batting, and spend quality time with my family, which brings me joy.”
It’s pretty clear that Babar Azam has finally realized that the major reason behind his below-par batting form is his involvement in leadership role. He ended his message by thanking his fans, who have stood by him through thick and thin.
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“I’m proud of what we’ve achieved together and excited to continue contributing to the team as a player.” His words had a certain finality, but also a hint of optimism for the future.
Mohsin Naqvi’s Response
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi was quick to address the situation. During a recent media briefing, Naqvi made it clear that Babar’s decision is being treated with the importance it deserves.
He revealed that he has instructed the PCB’s selection committee to take extra care in choosing the next captain. “I have told them to take a decision after careful consideration because the captain’s position is important,” Naqvi said.
His words reflect just how pivotal the role of captain is for Pakistan cricket. It’s not just about leading the team on the field—it’s about managing the expectations of millions of fans, handling the pressure, and making tough calls in high-stakes situations.
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A Look At Babar Azam’s Second Tenure
Babar’s second run as Pakistan’s white-ball captain was even worse then his first one. He only captained in T20I matches during this tenure but Pakistan cricket team suffered historic losses under him.
In his first series, Pakistan managed to draw a home series against a second-string New Zealand team. After that, during their tour of Ireland, Pakistan faced a historic loss in their first-ever T20I against the Irish, though they managed to win the series 2-1.
Things took a turn for the worse after that. Pakistan lost a T20I series 2-0 against England, and their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign was nothing short of a disaster. In the World Cup, Pakistan crashed out during the group stages after suffering a shock defeat to the USA and a heartbreaking loss to India.
Now that Babar Azam has stepped aside, the big question is: who’s going to lead the team? With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and other major tournaments coming up, Pakistan needs a strong leader to step up and take the reins.
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