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Former Pakistan speedster Sikander Bakht has publicly criticized Babar Azam following his resignation as the captain of Pakistan’s white-ball cricket team. Bakht expressed that Babar should have stepped down immediately after Pakistan’s disappointing campaign in the T20 World Cup 2024, where the team faced significant setbacks, including a shocking loss to the USA.
A Disastrous World Cup Campaign
Pakistan’s performance in the T20 World Cup 2024 was marked by a series of failures, culminating in their inability to qualify for the Super 8 stage. The tournament opener saw them suffer their largest defeat against a non-Test playing nation, the USA, which raised serious concerns about the team’s direction and leadership.
Bakht stated, “After three months, I think he should have done it at the same time. As soon as the World Cup was over on June 16. Because we had not qualified further. He should have resigned at the same time. The whole nation was saying that he should have resigned. But he was stubborn.” His comments reflect widespread frustration among fans and analysts regarding Babar’s leadership during a critical phase for Pakistani cricket.
Concerns Over Team Dynamics
In addition to criticizing Babar’s timing in resigning, Sikander Bakht shed light on troubling dynamics within the Pakistani dressing room. He pointed out that there are factions among players vying for leadership roles, indicating a lack of unity within the team.
“There are already three players who want to captain the side in white-ball cricket: Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shan Masood, and Mohammad Rizwan,” Bakht noted. He emphasized that this internal competition could further complicate the team’s recovery and performance moving forward.
Upcoming Challenges for Pakistan
As Pakistan prepares for a challenging three-Test series against England starting October 7, 2024, they face not only external competition but also internal strife that could affect their performance on the field. The series will be crucial for establishing a new direction under fresh leadership and restoring confidence in a team that has recently struggled to find its footing.
The upcoming matches against England will provide an opportunity for new leadership to emerge and for players to showcase their potential in front of a global audience. With tensions high and expectations even higher, all eyes will be on how Pakistan navigates this pivotal moment in its cricketing history.
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