Fans have taken to social media platforms to express their reactions to Shaheen Shah Afridi’s removal as T20I captain of the Pakistan cricket team. Afridi’s recent stint as captain saw the team suffer a 4-1 defeat against New Zealand and a disappointing performance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) where Lahore Qalandars, under his leadership, won just one out of eight matches in the 2024 season, finishing 6th on the table.
Many fans have compared Afridi’s removal to Babar Azam’s, citing unfair treatment by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Azam was also removed from captaincy, which some perceive as unjust, and now a similar fate has befallen Afridi. Some fans argue that Afridi, being relatively young, was not ready for the captaincy role, while others believe that removing him after a few bad performances may have dealt a blow to his morale.
Opinions among fans vary regarding the decision. Some applaud the move to bring back Babar Azam as captain, viewing it as a positive step for the team’s leadership ahead of the T20 World Cup 2023. However, others express concern for Afridi, suggesting that he may be hurt by the decision and emphasizing the need for him to focus on his bowling for now.
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