Ahmed Shehzad Sparks Controversy with Bold Criticism of Babar Azam’s Captaincy
In a surprising turn of events, former Pakistani cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has openly criticized national team captain Babar Azam, raising questions about his leadership style, performance, and player selection tactics.
Speaking on a recent media platform, Shehzad expressed serious concerns regarding Babar Azam’s current form and decision-making as a leader. He pointed out that Babar’s shift from the number three position to the opening slot in the batting order has not only impacted his individual performance but also weakened the team’s top order. “This is not the right time to experiment with positions,” Shehzad remarked, highlighting Babar’s visible struggles in adapting to the change.
But Shehzad didn’t stop at Babar’s on-field performance. He went further to accuse the star batter of showing favoritism in team selections. According to Shehzad, players who share close personal ties with Babar have been given repeated opportunities, while high-performing domestic talents continue to be overlooked. “When selection is based on friendship rather than merit, the whole system suffers,” he added.
He also shed light on the immense backing Babar has received from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) over the years. Despite this support, Shehzad argued that Babar has not delivered in terms of consistent match-winning performances or major ICC tournament successes. This, he believes, is a wake-up call for the PCB to revisit its leadership choices.
Shehzad’s remarks have sparked widespread debate within cricketing circles and among fans. Some support his views, calling for a more merit-based team culture, while others criticize him for targeting the captain during a sensitive time.
Regardless of where one stands, one thing is clear: Ahmed Shehzad’s explosive comments have reignited the conversation about accountability, leadership, and transparency in Pakistan cricket.
