Shaheen Afridi’s captaincy is in danger after poor performance in PSL.
Amidst a backdrop of uncertainty surrounding the captaincy of Pakistan’s star fast bowler and T20 skipper, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Lahore Qalandars find themselves grappling with a disappointing performance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) this season.
Despite leading his team to victory in the last two PSL tournaments, Afridi’s leadership abilities have come under scrutiny following a downturn in Lahore Qalandars’ performance this season.
With just one win and a bottom-place finish on the points table, questions have been raised about whether the 23-year-old possesses the necessary maturity and experience to continue leading the team.
Reports circulating within cricketing circles suggest that the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) new chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, is deliberating over the possibility of a change in leadership.
While some argue that Afridi’s age might be a hindrance to effective leadership, others are concerned about the potential disruption to team dynamics ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
In the event of a leadership change, seasoned cricketers Muhammad Rizwan and Babar Azam are being touted as probable candidates for the captaincy role.
However, Naqvi has refrained from holding individual discussions with Afridi or other players, opting instead for collective meetings post-PSL to assess the situation comprehensively.
With Pakistan’s series against New Zealand on the horizon, the decision regarding the captaincy is imminent and holds significant ramifications for the team’s future.
Former cricketer Wasim Akram has weighed in on the matter, stressing the importance of a meticulous selection process to ensure a sustained tenure that can drive improvement in Pakistan cricket.
As Shaheen Afridi’s captaincy in danger after poor performance in PSL, the cricketing fraternity remains abuzz with speculation, underscoring the pivotal nature of the choice facing the PCB chairman.
Whatever the outcome, it is evident that the decision will shape the trajectory of Lahore Qalandars and Pakistan cricket in the foreseeable future.
