Mohsin Naqvi gives update on Babar Azam’s captaincy replacement.
As Babar Azam resigns from the captainship of Pakistan team, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has addressed the growing speculation regarding his successor.
Babar, widely regarded as one of Pakistan’s premier batsmen, tendered his resignation last week, citing the heavy demands of captaincy and a desire to focus more on his batting performance.
Babar’s announcement has ignited widespread discussion about who will take over the leadership role.
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During a recent media talk, Chairman Mohsin Naqvi highlighted the significance of the captaincy and the need for a thoughtful selection process.
“I have told them to take a decision after careful consideration because the captain’s position is important,” Naqvi stated.
This is not the first time Babar has resigned from a leadership position.
His earlier tenure as captain concluded in November 2023 following Pakistan’s underwhelming performance in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in India.
Despite this setback, Babar was reinstated as the white-ball captain in March 2024, leading the team through a series of T20I matches against New Zealand, Ireland, and England.
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During his second tenure, Babar led Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 where the team faced a historic low by exiting in the group stage after unexpected losses to the United States and India.
These results have intensified the scrutiny of the team’s leadership and performance strategies.
At the moment, there are rumors and reports that wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan is being considered for the job.
Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi is a Pakistani politician and businessman. He is a senator and serves currently as Interior Minister of Pakistan since 11 March 2024 and the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board since 6 February 2024.
