Pakistan captain Shan Masood has refuted rumors of a rift with star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi, clarifying that Shaheen’s absence from the second Test against Bangladesh was due to form concerns and not a personal dispute. Masood also addressed a viral video showing Shaheen brushing off his hand, explaining that Shaheen was simply protecting a sore shoulder sustained while batting.
Pakistan’s Test captain, Shan Masood, acknowledged the team’s lack of preparation for red-ball cricket following a demoralizing 2-0 series loss to Bangladesh. Masood highlighted the need for improved fitness, a stronger fast bowling attack, and more red-ball cricket at all levels to address the team’s shortcomings. He also defended Babar Azam’s performance, attributing his struggles to the lack of domestic red-ball cricket.
Pakistan captain Shan Masood expressed disappointment after Bangladesh secured a historic clean sweep in the two-Test series, highlighting recurring failures and the need for improved fitness and preparation. The defeat extends Pakistan’s dismal home record to 10 matches without a win, with Masood enduring two consecutive series whitewashes.
Zaka Ashraf, the former chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has refuted claims of any divisions within the national team, specifically those related to the captaincy changes he implemented. Ashraf insists that the unity of the team actually improved after removing Babar Azam as captain and appointing Shaheen Shah Afridi as T20 captain and Shan Masood as Test captain.
Pakistan’s captain, Shan Masood, faced heavy criticism after dropping a crucial catch during the second Test against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi. The missed opportunity allowed Bangladesh’s lower order to score a vital partnership, leaving the match evenly poised.
Pakistan’s Test captain, Shan Masood, emphasizes the need for his team to master home conditions and secure consistent wins before aiming for international success and a World Test Championship final berth. Masood acknowledges the team’s struggles in capitalizing on home advantage since international cricket returned to Pakistan in 2019, highlighting the need for a winning formula to overcome the challenges of adjusting to home conditions after a decade-long absence. He emphasizes the importance of discovering the ideal playing style that suits Pakistan’s strengths and puts them in a commanding position.
