Shahid Afridi calls for dropping Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Shadab Khan after Pakistan’s heavy loss to India in ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Read full statement and match analysis.
Shahid Afridi Criticizes Pakistan Team After India Defeat
Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has strongly criticized the team management after Pakistan’s humiliating defeat against India national cricket team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Afridi demanded that senior players including Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Shadab Khan should be rested in the next match, giving opportunities to young and emerging players.
🇮🇳 Pakistan’s Heavy Loss Against India in T20 World Cup 2026
In the crucial group-stage clash of T20 World Cup 2026, India comfortably defeated Pakistan. The Pakistani bowling attack, including fast bowlers and spinners, failed to deliver under pressure.
Chasing a target of 176 runs, Pakistan’s batting lineup collapsed once again. Apart from Usman Khan, no batter managed to stay at the crease for long. Shockingly, seven players combined could not even score 20 runs, disappointing millions of cricket fans.
🎙️ Afridi’s Strong Remarks on Team Selection
Speaking on a private TV channel, Shahid Afridi said:
“In the next match, Babar, Shaheen and Shadab should be rested. Give young players a chance to prove themselves.”
Afridi also criticized the captain’s decisions, stating that:
- Usman Tariq was brought into the attack too late.
- Faheem Ashraf was not given a chance to bowl at all.
According to Afridi, team management needs bold decisions if Pakistan wants to remain competitive in ICC tournaments.
📉 Pakistan Cricket Under Pressure
The defeat against India has once again raised serious questions about:
- Pakistan team combination
- Leadership strategy
- Senior players’ performance
- Bowling execution under pressure
- Middle-order batting collapse
Cricket analysts believe that changes in the playing XI might be necessary before the next crucial T20 World Cup 2026 fixture.
🏆 What’s Next for Pakistan in T20 World Cup 2026?
With the tournament still ongoing, Pakistan must bounce back strongly to keep their semi-final hopes alive. Whether the management listens to Afridi’s advice or continues with the senior core will be a key talking point in the coming days.
Shahid Afridi’s bold statement has sparked debate across Pakistan cricket circles. Dropping big names like Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Shadab Khan would be a massive decision, but after the disappointing performance against India, fans are demanding accountability.
Stay tuned for more updates on Pakistan cricket news and T20 World Cup 2026 developments.
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