In the wake of a calamitous T20 World Cup campaign, Pakistan’s cricket scene could be on the cusp of significant changes.
Babar Azam, the national team’s white-ball captain, along with batsman Fakhar Zaman, recently faced a tough test in the nets against Ubaid Shah, a young and emerging talent and brother to famed bowler Naseem Shah.
During the net session, both Azam and Zaman struggled, visibly discomforted by Ubaid’s deliveries.
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A particular moment that caught wide attention—a viral video clip—shows the duo unsuccessfully handling a challenging pull shot, resulting in both batsmen being struck. This incident has intensified the ongoing scrutiny of Babar’s leadership and form.
Amid growing debates about his fitness and performance, the pressure on Babar Azam is mounting.
Pakistan cricket, still reeling from their early exit at the World Cup marked by unexpected defeats to the United States and traditional rivals India, is reportedly considering a review of player contracts.
Influential figures like Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi, alongside Babar, might face demotions in their central contracts for the upcoming season as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at revitalizing the team’s fortunes.
