Another captaincy change in Pakistan? PCB chief hints at ‘major surgery’ after T20 WC loss to India

In the wake of Pakistan’s narrow defeat against India in the T20 World Cup 2024, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has indicated that significant changes are imminent for the national cricket team.

Speaking at a post-match press conference in New York, Naqvi described the team’s performance as disappointing and suggested that extensive restructuring is necessary.

Disappointing performance by Pakistan Cricket Team

After Pakistan‘s six-run loss to India at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, Mohsin Naqvi addressed the media, expressing his dissatisfaction with the team’s performance.

“It seemed that a minor surgery would suffice for the Pakistan cricket team, but after the extremely poor performance, it has become clear that the team needs major surgery,” he stated.

Understanding the defeat ft Mohsin Naqvi

Mohsin Naqvi emphasised his awareness of the internal issues plaguing the team, contributing to their underwhelming performance. “We are at our lowest performance level, and our biggest challenge is to improve the team’s performance,” he added.

He also mentioned that the nation does not expect such disappointing performances from its cricket team and that it is time to act decisively.

Preparing for PCB and Pakistan future

Looking ahead, Mohsin Naqvi highlighted the necessity of preparing the team for upcoming tournaments, specifically the Champions Trophy. He hinted at significant changes, suggesting that it might be time to bring in new talent.

“The nation will soon see a major surgery taking place. We have to prepare the team for the Champions Trophy, and it is time to give opportunities to the talent sitting outside,” Naqvi said.

Aiming for excellence

The PCB Chairman reiterated the goal of transforming the Pakistani cricket team into one of the best in the world. He assured that efforts would be made to ensure that the team performs to the expectations of the nation.

“Our aim is to make the Pakistani cricket team one of the best in the world. The nation does not expect such disappointing performances from the cricket team,” he concluded.

Close call in New York

The match against India was a low-scoring thriller. Chasing a modest total of 120, Pakistan managed to score 113 runs for the loss of seven wickets, falling short by just six runs. The defeat was a bitter pill to swallow for Pakistan, prompting Naqvi’s call for major changes.

As the team faces scrutiny and possible restructuring, cricket fans will be keenly watching the developments within the Pakistan cricket setup. The upcoming changes could be crucial in shaping the future of the team and their performance in international cricket.