After Pakistan’s six-wicket defeat to India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, cricket legend Wasim Akram has urged for major changes in the national team. He criticized Pakistan’s recent performance, especially in white-ball cricket, and called for bold decisions to improve the squad, even if it leads to short-term setbacks.
Akram highlighted the struggles of Pakistan’s bowling attack, which has been underperforming in recent matches. He believes the team needs fresh talent and better strategies to compete at the highest level.
In addition to questioning the players’ performance, Akram also urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, to hold the leadership accountable. He specifically mentioned captain Mohammad Rizwan, suggesting that his decision-making should be closely reviewed.
According to Akram, Pakistan must take strong steps to rebuild its team and regain its competitive edge in international cricket. He emphasized that without serious changes, the team may continue to struggle in major tournaments.
The defeat against India has sparked discussions about the future of Pakistan cricket, and Akram’s comments add pressure on the PCB to take action. Fans and analysts now wait to see if the selectors will make the necessary changes to strengthen the team for upcoming matches.
