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"The Einstein Who Made Babar Azam Captain": Did Shoaib Akhtar Take Dig At Imran Khan On T20 World Cup Mess?

The scrutiny of the Pakistan cricket team is on after yet another forgettable display at an ICC event. For the second successive tournament, under the leadership of Babar Azam, Pakistan could not do justice to their billing. In the ODI World Cup 2023, Pakistan could not qualify for the semi-final while in the T20 World Cup 2024, the side could not progress ahead from the group stage. After the ODI World Cup 2023, Babar Azam lost his captaincy and Shaheen Afridi was given the reins. But after only one series, he was sacked and Babar was reinstated.

Babar Azam Likely To Take 'Legal Action' vs Ahmed Shehzad, Others. Here Is The Reason

Pakistan captain Babar Azam is likely to take legal action against YouTubers and former cricketers who accused him of 'misconduct' during their campaign in the ongoing T20 World Cup, Geo News reported, citing sources. Babar and the Pakistan team were on the receiving end of criticism from former players and fans because of their World Cup campaign. Sources informed Geo News that during Pakistan's campaign, a social media campaign was used to "target" Babar, which made him feel "disheartened."

"People Make Fun Of Us": Pakistan Legend Slams PCB For Babar Azam And Co's Poor Performance

Legendary pacer Wasim Akram has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for its conduct and also blamed it for the poor performance of the senior men's national cricket team. Highlighting how PCB saw four chairmen in around one-year period, Akram stated that the team could never be consistent with its performance in such a scenario. The pace great added that such things see people make fun of Pakistan cricket in the world. He also expressed happiness with the fact that he is not in touch with the board.

"Silent On Match Fixing Allegation": Former Pakistan Star's Big Accusation At PCB

Pakistan's earlier-than-expected elimination from the ongoing T20 World Cup has paved the way for different conspiracy theories in the local media. From groupism to rift withing the senion members of the team, the local media has presented several concepts to suggest the reason behind the team's disaster show in the Americas. While majority of the former players have entirely put the blame of the players, ex-captain Rashid Latif has time and time again highlighted the role PCB has played in the team's downfall.

"Whatever You Put, It Leaks": Former India Cricketer On Pakistan Cricket After Gary Kirsten Leaks

Pakistan's group stage exit from the 2024 T20 World Cup has created a meltdown among several former cricketers and experts. But none have been as telling as the revelation from Pakistan head coach Gary Kirsten about a lack of unity within the current Pakistan unit. Led by Babar Azam - who regained captaincy from Shaheen Afridi prior to the T20 World Cup - Pakistan crashed out after losses to USA and India. With rumours of groupism within the team, and following Gary Kirsten's leaked outburst, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has made a witty comment about the situation.

"Had To Recall Retired Players": Ex-PCB Chief Shows True Picture Of Pakistan At T20 World Cup

Former Pakistan Cricket Board chairman and cricketer Ramiz Raja has slammed the Pakistan team after their group stage exit at the 2024 T20 World Cup. Pinpointing the many different aspects in which they were lacking, Ramiz Raja used the term "mind-boggling" to highlight the poor decision-making during the tournament. After a shock loss to co-hosts USA and then defeat to arch-nemesis India, Pakistan failed to make the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup. As a result, their qualification for the 2026 T20 World Cup is also not guaranteed.

"Didn't He Do...": Pakistan Great Identifies Babar Azam's Captaincy Replacement. Not Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan

Pakistan captain Babar Azam has come under the fire line of former cricketers following the aftermath of their T20 World Cup disaster. With Pakistan exiting the tournament in the group stage, Babar's future as captain has come under major scrutiny of former Pakistan players, who have also questioned his place in the team. The star batter has been accused of influencing selection process by favouring players that do not fit into the system. Reports have also emerged that senior pros like Shaheen Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan are also not happy with Babar's re-appointment as captain, and they should be the ones leading the team.

Babar Azam 'Self-Proclaimed King': Ex-Pakistan Captain Takes 'Paid Campaign' Dig, Drops 'Virat Kohli' Example

Disgraced former Pakistan cricket captain Salman Butt lashed out at the present Pakistan team after their loss to India at the 2024 T20 World Cup. Chasing a run-a-ball 120 on a tricky New York pitch, Babar Azam's side collapsed after the midway point in their innings, losing by six runs in the end. Now, Butt has joined in the criticism, particularly lambasting skipper Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi. Butt also accused the Pakistan players of running PR campaigns on social media.

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"The Einstein Who Made Babar Azam Captain": Did Shoaib Akhtar Take Dig At Imran Khan On T20 World Cup Mess?

Babar Azam Likely To Take 'Legal Action' vs Ahmed Shehzad, Others. Here Is The Reason

"People Make Fun Of Us": Pakistan Legend Slams PCB For Babar Azam And Co's Poor Performance

"Silent On Match Fixing Allegation": Former Pakistan Star's Big Accusation At PCB

"Whatever You Put, It Leaks": Former India Cricketer On Pakistan Cricket After Gary Kirsten Leaks

"Had To Recall Retired Players": Ex-PCB Chief Shows True Picture Of Pakistan At T20 World Cup

"Didn't He Do...": Pakistan Great Identifies Babar Azam's Captaincy Replacement. Not Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan

Babar Azam 'Self-Proclaimed King': Ex-Pakistan Captain Takes 'Paid Campaign' Dig, Drops 'Virat Kohli' Example