Former Pakistan players and media criticise Pakistan's exit from T20 World Cup

Pakistan's position at the 2024 World Cup has deteriorated dramatically from the World Cup two years ago, when they reached the final.

“I am disappointed and will not watch the World Cup anymore,” said Mohammad Asim, a Pakistani fan.

“The team selection was biased and based on friendships,” the 19-year-old university student said.

Taxi driver Salim said the team was “finished” after losing to a new team like the United States.

Pakistan is to host the Champions Trophy next year and there are demands for major changes in the team and management.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi – who is also the country's interior minister – said changes are imminent.

After the defeat to India, he told local media, “The Pakistani team needs major surgery.”

“We should strive to make the Pakistani cricket team one of the best teams in the world. The country does not expect such a disappointing performance.”
But a former captain said the board was also part of the problem.

“The PCB and its governing body must be sacked before blaming the players,” Rashid Latif wrote on the social media platform X.

“These are the people responsible for selecting the players. Their heads should be chopped off, but will they do it?”

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