Buzzbytes, Karachi, April 1, 2024:Former Pakistan cricket captain Shahid Afridi has voiced his surprise over the decision by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to reappoint Babar Azam as the T20I captain ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Afridi, a respected figure in Pakistani cricket, expressed his belief that Mohammad Rizwan would have been the better choice for the captaincy role.In a statement released on Monday, Afridi stated, “I am surprised by the decision made by the very experienced cricketers in the selection committee. I still believe that if change was necessary, then Rizwan was the best choice.”Despite his initial surprise, Afridi conveyed his unwavering support to the team and the newly appointed skipper. “But since now the decision has been made, I offer my full support and best wishes to team Pakistan and Babar Azam,” he added.The PCB’s decision to retain Babar Azam as the T20I captain has stirred debate among cricket enthusiasts, with opinions divided over the leadership dynamics within the team. However, with the T20 World Cup looming ahead, the focus now shifts to the team’s preparation under Azam’s captaincy and the challenges they will face in the tournament.As Pakistan gears up for the prestigious tournament, all eyes will be on Babar Azam and his ability to lead the team to success on the global stage, amidst the support and expectations from fans and cricketing legends like Shahid Afridi.
Shahid Afridi Expresses Surprise Over Babar Azam’s Reappointment as Pakistan T20I Captain
