Following Pakistan’s disappointing performance in the ICC Champions Trophy, questions have begun to arise about the future of the team’s head coach. With an upcoming series against New Zealand next week, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is under pressure to make a decision regarding the coaching staff.
Aqib Javed was appointed as the interim head coach for the Champions Trophy, but after the team’s poor showing, experts, analysts, and fans are questioning whether he will be given an extension. According to PCB sources, the board is seriously considering appointing a new coach to revamp the team’s structure.
Aqib Javed Faces Criticism for Defending Players
Aqib Javed recently defended the national team’s performance, but this stance has drawn significant criticism from former cricketers. Many experts believe that Pakistan’s poor display in the Champions Trophy necessitates immediate changes in leadership and coaching strategies.
Senior Players Considering a Break Ahead of New Zealand Series
In light of the team’s subpar performance, several senior players are reportedly contemplating taking a break before the upcoming series against New Zealand. According to inside sources, some players fear being dropped due to their poor form and are considering stepping away voluntarily before the selectors make the decision for them.
PCB Officials Unhappy with Team’s Performance
PCB executives are reportedly displeased with the team’s overall performance in the Champions Trophy. Due to this dissatisfaction, discussions about dropping several key players from the squad for the New Zealand series have intensified.
Pakistan’s Upcoming Tour of New Zealand
Pakistan’s next assignment is a white-ball series in New Zealand, consisting of five T20 matches and three ODIs. The series is scheduled to take place from March 16 to April 5. With the possibility of significant changes in the squad, the final team selection remains uncertain.
Key Players at Risk of Being Dropped
Reports suggest that some of Pakistan’s star players, including Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, and Babar Azam, might be dropped for the New Zealand series. The PCB is considering these changes as part of a broader effort to rebuild the team after the Champions Trophy setback.
With these developments unfolding, the coming days will be crucial for the Pakistan cricket team as they prepare for an important overseas tour while addressing internal challenges.
