Will Babar Azam wear crown of captaincy?
Cricket
Star batsman's name has been sent to PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi
- Babar Azam resigned after World Cup debacle
- His name is among the contenders
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Former skipper Babar Azam is once again being viewed as a suitable option for captaincy of national team by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) ahead of key series against New Zealand and Australia, and T20 World Cup 2024.
The rumours sparked after PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi made a cryptic statement during a press conference last week. He had remarked that the seven-member selection committee would take a decision regarding captaincy of the team.
He said the committee would decide the fate of Shaheen Afridi who was appointed T20 team’s skipper after Babar Azam stepped down as captain from all formats following the early departure of Pakistan from the ODI World Cup.
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Sources said Babar Azam, who recently reached Pakistan after performing Umrah, is likely to hold a meeting with PCB officials before joining the training camp in Kakul.
Sources added that the former skipper would take up some issues with the officials if the offer was extended to him formally.
In the latest development on Thursday, the selection committee sent the names for captain to the PCB chairman. Babar Azam is among the contenders and likely to be given the chance to once again lead the team.
Mr Naqvi is expected to announce the name of the captain after consultations within the next few days.
