Who Brought Him Into Team? PCB Blasted Over Another Selection Blunder

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) selection blunder has once again come under scrutiny, with veteran batter Ahmed Shehzad questioning the inclusion of Shadab Khan in the T20I squad for the ongoing series against New Zealand. Pakistan’s dismal performance in the first T20I has ignited debates about team selection and strategy.

Shadab Khan’s Struggles In The Series Opener

Pakistan suffered a crushing defeat in the first match of the five-match series held in Christchurch. The team was bowled out for a mere 92 runs, and New Zealand comfortably chased the target in just 10.1 overs. Shadab Khan, expected to contribute as an all-rounder, failed to make an impact.

Shadab Khan’s Performance In 1st T20I:

• Overs Bowled: 2
• Runs Conceded: 18
• Wickets Taken: 0

Ahmed Shehzad Criticizes PCB’s Selection Decisions

Ahmed Shehzad did not hold back in his criticism of the PCB’s selection committee, calling Shadab Khan’s inclusion a baffling decision. He argued that recent form and performance should be the primary criteria for selection, rather than reputation.

Key Issues Raised By Shehzad:

• Lack of recent match-winning performances from Shadab Khan.
• No consistency in all-round contributions.
• Pakistan’s over-reliance on out-of-form players.
• Absence of young talent in the squad despite better options available.

Pakistan’s Struggles And The Road Ahead

With New Zealand leading 1-0 in the series, Pakistan needs a major turnaround to remain competitive. The PCB’s selection policies have been a recurring issue, and this latest criticism only fuels the debate on whether merit-based selections are being followed.

Possible Changes For Upcoming Matches:

• Giving opportunities to in-form players instead of relying on struggling senior players.
• Reshuffling the bowling attack to improve powerplay efficiency.
• Better batting approach to avoid collapses.

Final Thoughts: Time For PCB To Reassess?

The Pakistan team selection dilemma continues to be a major talking point. If the PCB fails to address these concerns, the team’s T20 World Cup preparations could suffer. Fans and experts alike are now eagerly waiting to see if Pakistan will make necessary changes before the next match.

What do you think about Shadab Khan’s selection? Should PCB reconsider its approach? Share your thoughts!

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