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Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan has launched a scathing attack on star batter Babar Azam and other top players, accusing them of prioritizing personal gains over team goals. Younis's criticism comes amid Pakistan's recent struggles in both Test and white-ball cricket.Younis highlighted the team's failure to win games, stating that Babar and others talk more than they perform. He urged Babar to learn from Virat Kohli, who stepped down from India's captaincy to focus on his batting."If Babar and other top players deliver on the field, then results will be clear to everyone. Humare players khelte kam, bolte zyada hai (I have observed that our players tend to talk more than they perform)," Younis said.Younis also suggested that Babar focus on his fitness and work ethic, emphasizing that opportunities like these don't come around often. He added that players should use social media wisely and let their performances on the field do the talking.Pakistan's head coaches Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie have advised against hasty captaincy changes, despite recent poor performances. However, there have been calls for the removal of Shan Masood as Test captain after Pakistan's 0-2 series defeat to Bangladesh.A PCB source has denied media speculations about Masood and Babar's sacking, stating that the decision on captaincy rests with the coaches and selectors.Younis's criticism reflects the growing frustration among former players and fans over Pakistan's recent performances. The team's inability to win consistently has raised questions about the leadership and commitment of the players.

Rohit Sharma, the current captain of the Indian cricket team, has faced the daunting task of succeeding Virat Kohli, one of the most iconic cricketers of all time. In a recent interview, Sharma shared his insights on leading the team and his captaincy philosophy.Sharma expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to captain India, acknowledging the legacy of previous captains. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the team's direction and ensuring that all players contribute to the team's success.Regarding his captaincy philosophy, Sharma highlighted the role of data analysis in modern sports. He believes that data can help teams understand their strengths and weaknesses, as well as those of their opponents.Sharma's primary focus as captain has been to foster a team-oriented approach. He believes that individual goals should be secondary to the team's overall success. By aligning everyone's efforts towards a common goal, he aims to create a cohesive unit capable of achieving great things.Sharma's leadership has been tested in major tournaments, including the ICC World Test Championship final and the ODI Cricket World Cup final in 2023. While India lost both title clashes, Sharma remains determined to lead the team to glory in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024.