<p>Shaheen Afridi, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Mohammed Rizwan are being discussed as potential candidates to replace Babar Azam as Pakistan captain after the national side returns home post the ODI World Cup. There have been a lot of questions on Babar's leadership in the ongoing ten-team tournament with three successive defeats, with the latest coming against Afghanistan in Chennai on Monday (Oct 23).&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is being said that the change in leadership role could take place soon as Pakistan's chances of making it to the semi-finals of the ongoing ODI World Cup look bleak at the moment. The Men in Green are scheduled to tour Australia soon after the World Cup and plans for the 2024 T20 World Cup will be in full swing post the mega event in India. Thus, a new captain can be appointed sooner than later.</p>

<h2><strong>What are Babar's chances of staying captain?</strong></h2>

<p>"Only if Pakistan can stage a miracle and win all their remaining matches to qualify for the semi-finals of this World Cup does Babar stand any chance of surviving as captain and even then he might be relegated to skipper in just the red ball format," one reliable source close to the developments said, as per PTI.</p>

<p>"It is over for Babar because he has been given unbridled power and authority as captain and more importantly he has always had players of his choice in the team. There has never been any attempt to reduce his authority and so he is now being held solely responsible for the Asia Cup and World Cup defeats," the source mentioned.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/heard-babar-azam-cried-mohammad-yousufs-big-claim-after-pakistans-odi-world-cup-loss-to-afghanistan-650920">'Heard Babar Azam cried...': Mohammad Yousuf's BIG claim after Pakistan's ODI World Cup loss to Afghanistan</a></strong></p>

<p>The source further revealed that despite advice from former captains such as Misbah-ul-Haq and Mohammed Hafeez to make some changes to the final World Cup squad, Babar got all the 18 players he wanted and was backed by PCB chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The PCB Chairman, Zaka Ashraf ignored the advice of Misbah and Hafeez and some other former players whom he consulted as Babar was adamant he didn't want changes in the team for the World Cup," the source said.</p>

<p>Misbah, former captain and coach, also confirmed on a television channel that he had asked Babar to include mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed in the World Cup squad. However, the current skipper only added him as a travelling reserve.</p>

<p>It is to be noted that lobbies for the possible candidates, including Sarfaraz, Shaheen, Rizwan and Shan Masood have already started their work to get their candidate selected. In a likely scenario, the PCB is contemplating different captains for the red and white-ball formats.</p>

<p>"Sarfaraz might win the nod to captain the Test and ODI sides again while Shaheen may get a chance to be the T20 captain," the source added. Sarfaraz is not part of the Babar-led ODI World Cup squad.</p>

<p>Babar was appointed T20I captain in late 2019 but became the all-format skipper by 2021.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Shaheen Afridi, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Mohammed Rizwan are being discussed as potential candidates to replace Babar Azam as Pakistan captain after the national side returns home post the ODI World Cup.

Shaheen Afridi, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Mohammed Rizwan are being discussed as potential candidates to replace Babar Azam as Pakistan captain after the national side returns home post the ODI World Cup. There have been a lot of questions on Babar's leadership in the ongoing ten-team tournament with three successive defeats, with the latest coming against Afghanistan in Chennai on Monday (Oct 23). It is being said that the change in leadership role could take place soon as Pakistan's chances of making it to the semi-finals of the ongoing ODI World Cup look bleak at the moment. The Men in Green are scheduled to tour Australia soon after the World Cup and plans for the 2024 T20 World Cup will be in full swing post the mega event in India. Thus, a new captain can be appointed sooner than later. What are Babar's chances of staying captain? "Only if Pakistan can stage a miracle and win all their remaining matches to qualify for the semi-finals of this World Cup does Babar stand any chance of surviving as captain and even then he might be relegated to skipper in just the red ball format," one reliable source close to the developments said, as per PTI. "It is over for Babar because he has been given unbridled power and authority as captain and more importantly he has always had players of his choice in the team. There has never been any attempt to reduce his authority and so he is now being held solely responsible for the Asia Cup and World Cup defeats," the source mentioned. Also read: 'Heard Babar Azam cried...': Mohammad Yousuf's BIG claim after Pakistan's ODI World Cup loss to Afghanistan The source further revealed that despite advice from former captains such as Misbah-ul-Haq and Mohammed Hafeez to make some changes to the final World Cup squad, Babar got all the 18 players he wanted and was backed by PCB chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq. "The PCB Chairman, Zaka Ashraf ignored the advice of Misbah and Hafeez and some other former players whom he consulted as Babar was adamant he didn't want changes in the team for the World Cup," the source said. Misbah, former captain and coach, also confirmed on a television channel that he had asked Babar to include mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed in the World Cup squad. However, the current skipper only added him as a travelling reserve. It is to be noted that lobbies for the possible candidates, including Sarfaraz, Shaheen, Rizwan and Shan Masood have already started their work to get their candidate selected. In a likely scenario, the PCB is contemplating different captains for the red and white-ball formats. "Sarfaraz might win the nod to captain the Test and ODI sides again while Shaheen may get a chance to be the T20 captain," the source added. Sarfaraz is not part of the Babar-led ODI World Cup squad. Babar was appointed T20I captain in late 2019 but became the all-format skipper by 2021. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Pakistan cricket captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has apologised for his<a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-cricket-captain-sarfraz-ahmed-in-racial-abuse-row-under-icc-lens-192295"> racist remarks against South Africa pacer</a> Andile Phehlukwayo during the teams' second One-Day International in Durban on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Reacting to the controversy Sarfaraz on Wednesday tweeted that his words were not directed towards anyone.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration which was unfortunately caught by the stump mic during yesterday's game against SA. My words were not directed towards anyone in particular.I certainly had no intention of upsetting anyone. I did not even mean for my words to be heard, understood or communicated to the opposing team or the cricket fans," he tweeted.</p>

<p>“I have in the past and will continue in future to appreciate the camaraderie of my fellow cricketers from across the globe and will always respect and honour them on and off the field," he added.</p>

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<p>On Tuesday during the second One-Day International (ODI), the 31-year-old Pakistani skipper was picked up by the stump mic saying, "Hey black [man], where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today?" (Abe kaale, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu?).</p>

<p>Phehlukwayo, who ultimately remained not out on 69, had enjoyed a lot of luck through the innings. He successfully reviewed an on-field LBW dismissal and a dropped catch in the over before this incident.</p>

<p>South African team manager Mohammed Moosajee said that the match officials have taken note of the incident.</p>

<p>"The ICC and the match officials have noted the alleged incident. They have started the necessary procedures to investigate the matter. We can only comment once we have received the results of the investigation. Any further clarification/updates have to go through the ICC," said Moosajee.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The comment sparked a storm of criticism on social media with a host of people condemning Sarfaraz's comment.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistan cricket captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has apologised for his racist remarks against South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the teams' second One-Day International in Durban on Tuesday.

Pakistan cricket captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has apologised for his racist remarks against South Africa pacer Andile Phehlukwayo during the teams' second One-Day International in Durban on Tuesday. Reacting to the controversy Sarfaraz on Wednesday tweeted that his words were not directed towards anyone. "I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration which was unfortunately caught by the stump mic during yesterday's game against SA. My words were not directed towards anyone in particular.I certainly had no intention of upsetting anyone. I did not even mean for my words to be heard, understood or communicated to the opposing team or the cricket fans," he tweeted. “I have in the past and will continue in future to appreciate the camaraderie of my fellow cricketers from across the globe and will always respect and honour them on and off the field," he added. 1/2 - I wish to extend my sincere apologies to any person who may have taken offence from my expression of frustration which was unfortunately caught by the stump mic during yesterday's game against SA. My words were not directed towards anyone in particular and... — Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) January 23, 2019 × 2/3 - I certainly had no intention of upsetting anyone. I did not even mean for my words to be heard, understood or communicated to the opposing team or the cricket fans. I have in the past and will continue in future to appreciate the camaraderie of my fellow cricketers from... — Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) January 23, 2019 × 3/3 - ...across the globe and will always respect and honour them on and off the field. — Sarfaraz Ahmed (@SarfarazA_54) January 23, 2019 × On Tuesday during the second One-Day International (ODI), the 31-year-old Pakistani skipper was picked up by the stump mic saying, "Hey black [man], where is your mother sitting? What prayer did you get her to say for you today?" (Abe kaale, teri ammi aaj kahan baitheen hain? Kya parhwa ke aya hai aaj tu?). Phehlukwayo, who ultimately remained not out on 69, had enjoyed a lot of luck through the innings. He successfully reviewed an on-field LBW dismissal and a dropped catch in the over before this incident. South African team manager Mohammed Moosajee said that the match officials have taken note of the incident. "The ICC and the match officials have noted the alleged incident. They have started the necessary procedures to investigate the matter. We can only comment once we have received the results of the investigation. Any further clarification/updates have to go through the ICC," said Moosajee. The comment sparked a storm of criticism on social media with a host of people condemning Sarfaraz's comment. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan cricket captain Sarfaraz Ahmed apologises for 'racist slur'

Pakistan&#39;s top cricketers, sportspersons and high profile personalities attended the funeral of former captain and legendary batsman Hanif Muhammad with many lamenting that sporting greats were not given the recognition they deserved during their lifetime.<br />
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Hanif, 81, passed away on Thursday at a local hospital after a long battle with lung cancer and other related complications.<br />
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The funeral was attended by former captains Javed Miandad, Wasim Bari, Saeed Anwar and Moin Khan, squash legend Jahangir Khan, hockey Olympians Hanif Khan, Islahuddin Siddique and Samiullah among others.<br />
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Government dignitaries and ministers were also present at the funeral held yesterday near the former captain&#39;s home.<br />
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&quot;Hanif Muhammad was the greatest cricket brain I have come across. He was a cricket genius who did wonders for Pakistan,&quot; Miandad told the media.<br />
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&quot;Unfortunately in our country we don&#39;t honour and recognise our greats during their lifetime. What is the use of honoring them after they are gone,&quot; he said.<br />
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Hanif&#39;s brother Mushtaq Muhammad, also a former Pakistan captain, said that his elder brother was not only a great cricketer but also a wonderful human being.<br />
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&quot;He was more like a father to us and we all learnt our cricket from him. He taught us a lot and he is gone now. I don&#39;t think the void will ever be filled,&quot; a sobbing Mushtaq, who flew down from London, said.<br />
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He said that Hanif had been one of the pillars of Pakistan cricket in its formative years and should be remembered for his achievements.<br />
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Hanif was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2013 and went to London for surgery and treatment and returned home well but his condition deteriorated in time as the cancer had spread with time.<br />
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He was admitted to hospital on July 30 with respiratory complications which eventually led to his passing away.<br />
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The former great was a member of Pakistan&#39;s first touring Test squad that went to India in 1954/55 and went on to play 55 Tests, scoring a memorable 337 runs against the West Indies in 1957/58.<br />
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It remains the longest innings in Test history and stood as the longest in all first-class cricket for over 40 years.<br />
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Jahangir Khan said that Hanif had always worked tirelessly to help and promote sports and sportspersons.<br />
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&quot;Whether it was cricket, hockey, squash or tennis when he was in PIA he always backed us and we learnt from him. His death is a big loss to Pakistan sports,&quot; he said.<br />
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(PTI)

His funeral was attended by former cricket captains Javed Miandad, Wasim Bari, Saeed Anwar, and squash legend Jahangir Khan among others

Pakistan's top cricketers, sportspersons and high profile personalities attended the funeral of former captain and legendary batsman Hanif Muhammad with many lamenting that sporting greats were not given the recognition they deserved during their lifetime. Hanif, 81, passed away on Thursday at a local hospital after a long battle with lung cancer and other related complications. The funeral was attended by former captains Javed Miandad, Wasim Bari, Saeed Anwar and Moin Khan, squash legend Jahangir Khan, hockey Olympians Hanif Khan, Islahuddin Siddique and Samiullah among others. Government dignitaries and ministers were also present at the funeral held yesterday near the former captain's home. "Hanif Muhammad was the greatest cricket brain I have come across. He was a cricket genius who did wonders for Pakistan," Miandad told the media. "Unfortunately in our country we don't honour and recognise our greats during their lifetime. What is the use of honoring them after they are gone," he said. Hanif's brother Mushtaq Muhammad, also a former Pakistan captain, said that his elder brother was not only a great cricketer but also a wonderful human being. "He was more like a father to us and we all learnt our cricket from him. He taught us a lot and he is gone now. I don't think the void will ever be filled," a sobbing Mushtaq, who flew down from London, said. He said that Hanif had been one of the pillars of Pakistan cricket in its formative years and should be remembered for his achievements. Hanif was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2013 and went to London for surgery and treatment and returned home well but his condition deteriorated in time as the cancer had spread with time. He was admitted to hospital on July 30 with respiratory complications which eventually led to his passing away. The former great was a member of Pakistan's first touring Test squad that went to India in 1954/55 and went on to play 55 Tests, scoring a memorable 337 runs against the West Indies in 1957/58. It remains the longest innings in Test history and stood as the longest in all first-class cricket for over 40 years. Jahangir Khan said that Hanif had always worked tirelessly to help and promote sports and sportspersons. "Whether it was cricket, hockey, squash or tennis when he was in PIA he always backed us and we learnt from him. His death is a big loss to Pakistan sports," he said. (PTI)

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