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[Saba Sports News] Pakistan’s failure to reach the ODI World Cup semi-finals has disappointed fans, leading to calls for captain Babar Azam’s resignation. Despite expectations of a strong performance in familiar conditions, the team underperformed in key matches, finishing fifth in the standings.
Ex-cricketers, including Abdul Razzaq, have criticized the national team, with Razzaq making controversial remarks about Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai in a viral video. This comment, alongside the reactions of Umar Gul and Shahid Afridi, has angered many.
The team’s overall performance, both in batting and bowling, was lackluster. Star players like Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf didn’t deliver as expected. Babar Azam’s leadership and decision-making were also questioned, amidst speculation of favoritism and potential replacement as captain.
While former cricketer Ramiz Raja supports Babar, suggesting the bowlers were at fault, 1983 World Cup winner Kapil Dev advises the Pakistan Cricket Board to make a thoughtful decision. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan are currently seen as potential successors to Babar Azam.