Salman Agha Likely to Replace Shan Masood in Tests
News Desk
Islamabad: Pakistan’s humiliating Test series defeat against Bangladesh has reportedly placed the captaincy of Shan Masood under serious threat, with sources suggesting that Salman Ali Agha is being considered as a possible replacement to lead the national red-ball side.
According to sources, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to review the leadership of the national Test team following Pakistan’s second consecutive series defeat against Bangladesh.
Sources claimed that head coach Sarfraz Ahmed is reportedly dissatisfied with Shan Masood’s leadership and expressed concerns over several decisions taken during the series. It was further reported that Shan Masood remained largely quiet during post-series discussions due to his own poor performance.
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According to insiders, Salman Ali Agha has emerged as a strong candidate for the Test captaincy, with reports suggesting that the head coach supports handing him the leadership role. Sources added that a detailed report regarding the team’s performance and leadership concerns is expected to be submitted to the PCB chairman soon.
Meanwhile, details of internal differences within the Pakistan Test squad have also surfaced following the series defeat.
Sources said head coach Sarfraz Ahmed delivered a strong message to the players in the presence of the team manager, urging them to prioritize team success over individual performances. He reportedly made it clear that personal achievements alone were not enough unless they contributed to victories for the national side.
According to sources, tensions increased in the dressing room after the series loss, with players allegedly blaming each other for the defeat.
Batters reportedly questioned the performance of the bowlers, while bowlers pointed towards poor batting displays and weak fielding as major reasons behind the disappointing result.
