Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has lambasted spinner Shadab Khan, stating that, not to mention captaincy, the participant just isn’t even ok to make it to the beginning line-up of the Pakistan staff. Afridi’s feedback come amid rumors that Pakistan are set to sack Salman Agha from the place of skipper within the aftermath of their disastrous efficiency within the T20 World Cup 2026.
Pakistan had a torrid time within the international match, enjoying a model of cricket that appeared outdated. They misplaced to India after which to England, which resulted of their elimination from the competitors. Aside from their closing match of the match towards co-hosts Sri Lanka, Pakistan did not bat with a optimistic tempo. Reacting to the rumors of Shadab probably taking on as captain of the aspect, Afridi stated that the leg-spinner was not ok to even make the staff.
“ his efficiency, I would not even maintain him within the staff, not to mention give him the captaincy,” the previous all-rounder stated on Samaa TV.
Shadab’s efficiency on spin-friendly pitches in Sri Lanka has come beneath scrutiny. He scored 118 runs and picked up 5 wickets in seven matches. Towards India, Shadab bowled poorly to Ishan Kishanensuing within the Males in Inexperienced being closely punished by their arch-rivals.
“The pinnacle coach is giving Shadab likelihood after likelihood. That is why I stated Shadab can change into the subsequent Pakistan captain. However his latest performances, he does not even deserve a spot within the enjoying XI,” Afridi stated.
In the meantime, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has determined to impose a large monetary penalty on the nationwide staff following their disappointing exit from the 2026 T20 World Cup. In line with a report by The Categorical Tribune, every member of the squad is ready to be fined PKR 5 million (roughly Rs 16 lakh) for failing to satisfy efficiency expectations.
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