PCB Faces Decision on Babar Azam's Captaincy and Selection Committee

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is facing a crucial decision regarding the future of white-ball captain Babar Azam and the selection committee following Pakistan's disappointing T20 World Cup campaign. Head coach Gary Kirsten and selector Wahab Riaz have submitted their tour reports to PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi, outlining their assessments of the team's performance.

Pakistan's early exit from the tournament, with defeats to the USA and India, sparked widespread criticism in the country. The selection committee, led by Wahab, faced scrutiny for its decisions, particularly the non-selection of specialist legspinner Abrar Ahmed despite Shadab Khan's poor form.

The PCB has opted to take its time before making any major decisions. Pakistan does not have any white-ball engagements until November, allowing the board to carefully consider the reports submitted by Kirsten and Wahab.

Sources indicate that the PCB is open to changing the captaincy, but Babar remains a strong contender. The lack of obvious candidates to replace him has been a factor in the board's hesitation.

The reports submitted by Kirsten and Wahab will provide valuable insights into the team's performance and areas for improvement. The PCB is expected to make a decision on the future of Babar and the selection committee in the coming weeks.

However, the board has emphasized that it will not rush into any decisions and will prioritize making well-informed choices that will benefit the team in the long run.

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