Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has made serious allegations against the current management of the Pakistan cricket team. He accused them of favoring captain Babar Azam and planning to scapegoat Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Rizwan for the team’s disappointing performance in the T20 World Cup.
Allegations Circulating on Social Media
In a video circulating on social media, Basit Ali, who played 19 Tests and 50 ODIs for Pakistan, claimed that the management is compiling a report to blame Afridi and Rizwan for the team’s failures. He warned that such actions could lead to the downfall of Pakistan cricket.
Basit Ali’s Concerns
Basit Ali expressed his concerns strongly in the video. He said, “The preparations being made, the report being compiled, are against Shaheen Shah Afridi and Rizwan. They have created a group, which is wrong. The report they are making, those who have this idea in their mind to put the blame on them, do not do it. Pakistan cricket will be destroyed. Destroyed!”
Removing All Three Players
Basit Ali emphasized the seriousness of the situation. He stated that if Afridi and Rizwan are not on the same page with Babar, all three should be removed from the team instead of making two scapegoats and one a hero. “This is why I am saying these words now, God forbid if this happens, it is your mistake. If you think Rizwan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Babar Azam are not on the same pitch, if you want to remove them, remove all three. Do not make two scapegoats and one a hero,” he added.
Criticism of Babar Azam’s Captaincy
Basit Ali also criticized Babar Azam’s captaincy. He pointed out Babar’s controversial decision to bowl Nawaz in the final over in Melbourne. “It is wrong. What kind of captaincy has Babar shown? Not just in this tournament, but also since the World Cup. When he got Nawaz to bowl the last over in Melbourne, did he not open his eyes then?” Basit remarked.
Empathy for Shaheen Shah Afridi
Basit Ali expressed empathy for Afridi, who was removed from the captaincy after just five matches. He acknowledged the natural frustration such a decision would cause. “Tell me, if a boy is removed from captaincy after five matches, will he not feel bad? When we sit on TV and our chairs are changed, we feel bad – ‘why did they change my chair, am I not speaking correctly?’ This is a natural thing,” he said.
Pakistan’s Early Exit from T20 World Cup
These allegations come after Pakistan’s early exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The team failed to progress beyond the Group Stage, suffering losses to the USA and India.
Potential Impact on Pakistan Cricket
The situation highlighted by Basit Ali is grave and could have a significant impact on Pakistan cricket. His allegations suggest deep-rooted issues within the team management, which, if not addressed, could lead to further problems for Pakistan cricket in the future.
Basit Ali’s serious allegations against the current management of the Pakistan cricket team have raised concerns about favoritism and scapegoating within the team. His strong words and criticism of Babar Azam’s captaincy highlight the need for a thorough investigation into these claims to ensure the future success of Pakistan cricket.
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