Shaheen Shah Afridi was taken off his role as captain for Pakistan’s T20 cricket team, just a couple of months before the big T20 World Cup in 2024.
On Sunday, start batter Babar Azam was brought back as the captain, replacing Shaheen Afridi. This switch happened right after Pakistan lost a series to New Zealand, winning only one match out of five.
The Pakistan Cricket Board’s selection committee suggested that Babar should be the captain again, and everyone agreed with this decision.
Shaheen Shah Afridi’s Words After Being Sacked
Following a public process where PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi did not show support for Afridi, the PCB officially confirmed Afridi’s removal as T20I captain, with Babar taking over once again.
To mend any strains within the team, both Shaheen Afridi and Babar Azam issued statements expressing support for each other. Shaheen expressed gratitude for the opportunity to captain and pledged support to Babar.
“I will always cherish the memories and the opportunity,” Afridi said. “As a team player, it is my duty to back our captain, Babar Azam. I have played under his captaincy and have nothing but respect for him.”
“I will try to help him on and off the field. We are all one. Our aim is the same, to help Pakistan become the best team in the world.” he added.
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