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[Saba Sports News] Following Babar Azam’s resignation as Pakistan’s cricket captain across all formats, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced new leadership via social media. Shan Masood is now the Test captain, and Shaheen Afridi will head the T20I team. The PCB shared this update on their ‘X’ handle.
Babar Azam had previously expressed his emotions in a note after stepping down, reflecting on his tenure since his appointment in 2019. He highlighted Pakistan’s ascent to the top in ODIs, attributing it to team efforts.
Pakistan’s performance in the ODI World Cup 2023 in India was a mix of early wins and subsequent defeats, leading to their elimination after losing to England.
In related news, ex-Test captain Mohammad Hafeez is now the Director of the Pakistan Men’s team. With vast experience, including a role in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy victory, Hafeez’s appointment marks a significant change. The PCB also plans to revamp the coaching staff, with updates on the new team for upcoming series against Australia and New Zealand to follow.