Who Will Lead Pakistan After Babar Azam's Resignation?

Babar Azam stepped down as Pakistan Captain across formats post their World Cup 2023 debacle.

Babar Azam stepped down as Pakistan Captain across formats post their World Cup 2023 debacle.

Babar Azam, the prolific Pakistani batsman, stepped down as the captain of Pakistan's cricket team following the disappointing 2023 ODI World Cup performance. Despite resigning from captaincy across formats, Azam remains an integral part of the national team as an active player. (Image Source: Getty)

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revealed that batsman Shan Masood is set to assume the role of Test captain. Masood will lead the team for the first time during Pakistan's upcoming tour to Australia for the three-match Test series. Despite making his Test debut against South Africa in 2013, the elegant batter has appeared in just 30 Test matches. (Image Source: Getty)

The PCB have declared Shaheen Shah Afridi as the captain for the T20Is. Afridi, known for his left-arm seam bowling, has showcased his prowess in the format, participating in 52 matches during his comparatively brief career. With an impressive tally of 64 wickets, he holds an average of 22.73. (Image Source: Getty)

In addition to the change in captaincy responsibilities, the PCB have also restructured the roles of the entire coaching staff, which includes Director Cricket Mickey Arthur. (Image Source: Getty)

Mohammad Hafeez, the former Test captain, assumes the role of team director for the Pakistan cricket squad. His primary objective is to revitalise and reshape the national team following their early exit from the World Cup. Hafeez will also contribute as a coach and play a pivotal role in advising the PCB on the selection of new support staff for the upcoming tours to Australia and New Zealand. (Image Source: Getty)