Pakistan Cricket Captain Babar Azam to Continue After World Cup Exit
After Pakistan’s disappointing exit from the 2023 World Cup, Babar Azam is expected to remain as captain of the team. Despite finishing fifth in the group stage, with four wins out of nine matches, there has been speculation about changes in leadership and personnel within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
The chief selector position is currently vacant, after former captain Inzamam Ul-Haq resigned amid conflict-of-interest allegations. The PCB has denied claims that Wahab Riaz is leading the running for the position, stating that interviews and consultations are ongoing.
There are also discussions around the involvement of former players in various roles within the team. T20 World Cup-winning captain Younis Khan is expected to mentor young cricketers in Karachi, while Mohammad Hafeez will have key responsibilities in rebuilding the team.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the captaincy and the team’s future, Pakistan is gearing up to face Australia in a three-match Test series as part of the World Test Championship cycle 2023-25. Additionally, India and Australia are now considered favorites for the 2023 World Cup title, with favorable odds in the betting market.
As the situation continues to unfold, the cricket world awaits the next steps for the Pakistan team and the final decision on the captaincy and chief selector roles.