Pakistan Cricket Board Considers Separate Captains for Different Formats Amid Hectic Schedule

Pakistan's cricket team may introduce different captains for ODI and T20I formats due to the intense international schedule. Babar Azam resigned from ODI captaincy to focus on his batting. Muhammad Rizwan is a top candidate, but concerns about workload persist. Shadab Khan, Saim Ayub, Shan Masood, and Shaheen Shah Afridi are also under consideration for leadership roles.

Amid a grueling international schedule, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is considering appointing separate captains for ODI and T20I formats. Babar Azam, who recently stepped down from the ODI captaincy to concentrate on his batting, has left the board with a critical decision to make.

Sources suggest that Muhammad Rizwan is the top candidate for the white-ball captaincy. However, given his roles across all formats, concerns about his workload have been raised by key figures including red-ball coach Jason Gillespie and head coach Gary Kirsten.

The PCB is exploring various options, including the possibility of appointing a strong vice-captain to support Rizwan. Other potential candidates for leadership roles are Shadab Khan, Saim Ayub, Shan Masood, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. The final decision is expected to consider the wellbeing and performance sustainability of the players.

(With inputs from agencies.)