The 28-year-old Babar has relinquished the captaincy function of the aspect from all codecs however will proceed enjoying for the nationwide workforce.
Throughout Babar’s captaincy, Pakistan reached the No. 1 place in ODIs, marking a notable achievement.Nevertheless, their marketing campaign within the ICC World Cup in India concluded on a disappointing word with a big loss to England by 93 runs.
Taking to social media platform ‘X’, Babar expressed gratitude to passionate Pakistan cricket followers for his or her unwavering assist throughout this journey.
“I vividly bear in mind the second once I acquired the decision from PCB to steer Pakistan in 2019. Over the previous 4 years, I’ve skilled many highs and lows on and off the sphere, however I wholeheartedly and passionately aimed to take care of Pakistan’s delight and respect within the cricket world.
Reaching the #1 spot within the white-ball format was a results of the collective efforts of gamers, coaches, and administration however I would like to precise my gratitude to passionate Pakistan cricket followers for his or her unwavering assist throughout this journey,” Babar posted on X.
“At the moment, I’m stepping down because the captain of Pakistan in all codecs. It is a tough determination however I really feel it’s a proper time for this name.
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“I’ll proceed to symbolize Pakistan as a participant in all three codecs. I’m right here to assist the brand new captain and the workforce with my expertise and dedication.
I need to categorical my honest because of the Pakistan Cricket Board for entrusting me with this important duty.”
Babar himself had a difficult run within the World Cup, the place Pakistan completed fifth with eight factors from 9 matches. He scored 320 runs within the match, rating third in runs for Pakistan, sustaining a median of 40 and a strike fee of 82.90.
Pakistan confronted setbacks in 5 out of their 9 matches, together with a defeat towards arch-rival India by seven wickets.
In latest developments, Morne Morkel resigned from his place because the bowling coach of the Pakistan workforce. The previous South African quick bowler had joined the Pakistan workforce on a six-month contract in June of that 12 months.
