The World Championship of Legends (WCL) final 2024 in Birmingham on Saturday (July 13) witnessed not only fierce competition but also a poignant display of sportsmanship by Robin Uthappa of India Champions towards Pakistan’s veteran cricketer, Misbah-ul-Haq.

Robin Uthappa’s display of sportsmanship in the WCL 2024 final

In a pivotal moment during the Pakistan Champions’ innings, Misbah, batting with determination, suffered an unfortunate leg injury in the 17th over. The injury visibly affected Misbah, who had already contributed a crucial 18 runs off 15 balls to his team’s score. Sensing the urgency and the pain Misbah was in, Uthappa, who was keeping wickets for India Champions, demonstrated extraordinary empathy and sportsmanship.

He immediately abandoned his position behind the stumps and rushed to Misbah’s aid. Uthappa, without a moment’s hesitation, offered his shoulder to support Misbah as he limped off the field, ensuring the injured player received the care and attention he needed. The touching gesture resonated deeply not only with the players on the field but also with cricket fans worldwide. Social media platforms lit up with admiration for Uthappa’s act, celebrating it as a glowing example of the “Spirit of Cricket” – a concept that underscores fair play, respect for opponents, and camaraderie beyond mere competition.

Here’s the video:

Spirit of Cricket moment in Birmingham 🧡#IndvPakonFanCode #WCLonFanCode pic.twitter.com/l3iBarnGwU

— FanCode (@FanCode) July 13, 2024

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Match summary: India Champions vs Pakistan Champions

In the backdrop of Uthappa’s act of sportsmanship, the final continued with high stakes and competitive cricket. Despite Misbah’s untimely departure from the match, Pakistan Champions managed to compile a challenging total of 156/6 in their allotted 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a valiant effort from Shoaib Malik and contributions from other stalwarts like Shahid Afridi and Sohail Tanvir, who fought hard to set a defendable target.

India Champions, in response, embarked on a steady pursuit of the target. Led by Ambati Rayudu‘s commanding 50 runs and supported by Gurkeerat Singh Mann‘s solid 34 runs, India made steady progress towards the required total. Yusuf Pathan, the dynamic all-rounder, once again showcased his prowess with a quickfire 30 runs, further consolidating India’s position in the match and the tournament. Ultimately, India Champions successfully chased down the target with five balls to spare, securing a comprehensive victory in the ?final?? of the World Championship of Legends.

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The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to kick off on June 1, and cricket fans worldwide are buzzing with excitement. This year’s competition promises to be fiercer than ever, with 20 teams from across the globe showcasing strong performances leading up to the tournament. The cricketing world is eagerly anticipating an enthralling spectacle, starting with co-hosts United States of America (USA) facing Canada in the opener, followed by the West Indies taking on Papua New Guinea (PNG) later the same day.

A historic participation

This edition marks a significant milestone as it is the first time the USA, Canada and Uganda are participating in a men’s T20 World Cup. This expansion of the tournament, from 20 for this edition to 16 in the previous one in 2022, reflects the growing popularity and reach of cricket globally. Historically, England and the West Indies have each won the title twice, while Australia, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka have cla??imed the tro??phy once. The inclusion of new teams adds a fresh dynamic, promising unexpected twists and exciting matches.

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Misbah ul Haq’s top contenders for T20 World Cup 2024 title

As the tournament draws near, cricket experts are weighing in with their predictions. Former Pakistan captain and par of the 2009 winning team, Misbah-ul-Haq?? shared his insights on the strongest contenders for? the T20 World Cup 2024. When asked to pick his top two contenders, Misbah provided a unique perspective.

“The safest bet I think would be Australia. They know how to win, whatever the conditions. They come to Asia and win by playing with just one spinner. You can’t write off Australia from any World Cup,” Mishab was quoted as saying by NDTV.

A nod to loyalty

When it came to selecting his second top contender, Misbah’s response highlighted a blend of professional insight and national pride.

“The second team is very difficult. Humein Pakistan mein rehna hai, toh Pakistan ko back karna hoga. India ka team badi strong hai, sara kuch hai ( If we have to live in Pakistan, then we have to back Pakistan. India’s team is very strong, they have everything),” Misbah concluded.

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Former Pakistan cricketer Misbah-ul-Haq recently reminisced about his nation’s narrow defeat against India in the 2007 T20 World Cup final in Johannesburg. Misbah, who played a crucial role in the high-stakes match, scoring 43 off 38 balls with four six??es, brought Pakistan within to?uching distance of victory.

With 13 runs needed off the last over, the equation boiled down to six off the last four balls. However, Misbah’s ramp shot ended in S. Sreesanth‘s hands at short fine leg, handing India the inaugural T20 World Cup title.

Anticipating the last over bowler

In a candid interview on Star Sports, Misbah revealed that he anticipated Joginder Sharma would bowl the final over instead of a spinner. He explained that given the short boundary on one side, it would have been risky for India to use a ??spinner in the crucial final over. Misbah believed it would be easier to hit a sp??inner for boundaries, making a medium pacer like Joginder a safer choice for India.

“I think I knew who is going to bowl the over and it wouldn’t be spin. The only option they had at the moment is Joginder Sharma. I knew it wouldn’t be a spinner because the side’s boundary was very short. It would be tough for a spinner to bowl that over. I could easily hit them towards the side boundary,” said Misbah.

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Praising MS Dhoni’s strategic decision

Misbah lauded then-India captain MS Dhoni for his decision to choose Joginder over Harbhajan Singh for the final over. He acknowledged the tactical acumen behind the move, noting that Dhoni’s decision was in??fluenced by the possibility of Misbah hitting a spinner for a boundary given the short side of the gr?ound.

Misbah pointed out that Dhoni likely recognized that the final outcome depended heavily on fielding as it was Pakistan’s last wicket. By opting for a medium pacer, Dhoni minimized the risk of conceding a boundary and Misbah appreciated the calculated risk taken by Dhoni

“So I had this idea from before, and I think it was the right call from MS Dhoni. There was a chance, an outside chance that you could clear a medium pacer if you watched him closely and they also had the idea that it was the last wicket so even the final runs depend on the fielding team. If you get out, the match is over. So I was mentally prepared that who was going to bowl that over,” he added.

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Despite Pakistan‘s convincing victory over Ireland in the final T20I match and eventually in the three-match series, concerns loom large in the Men in Green camp, particularly regarding their opening combination for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024.

Opening woes for Pakistan

Pakistan have faced challenges with their opening partnership in T20Is ever since the separation of the formidable duo of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan by the new team management. While Rizwan has retained his position as the opener, Babar was moved down to number three, with explosive Saim Ayub introduced at the top to inject pace into the innings. However, this tactical shift has not yielded the desired results, as Ayub’s performances with the bat have been lackluster.

A cause for concern

Ayub’s batting record in T20Is raises concerns for the Pakistan team management. Despite being given ample opportunities, Ayub has failed to make a significant impact, managing only 290 runs in 18 innings with a dismal average of around 16. Moreover, his strike rate of 130 falls short of modern T20 standards, further exacerbating the opening dilemma for Pakistan.

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Misbah ul Haq’s perspective: Ideal opening combination

Now former Pakistan captain Misbah Ul Haq has weighed in on the ideal opening combinati?on for Pakistan in the upcoming global showpiece event. While fans and experts advocate for a reunion of Babar and Rizwan as openers, Misbah suggested persisting with the left hand-right hand style of playing. He emphasized the importance of a right-left combination at the top, believing that the contrasting styles of Babar or ?Rizwan and Ayub can complement each other effectively.

“I feel that the best opening combination, looking at the team, would be a right-left combination. That would be ideal. They are currently playing Saim Ayub, who is not delivering at the moment. I feel that different kinds of players �?Saim on one end and Babar or Rizwan on the other end �?can complement each other well,” Misbah was quoted as saying by Geo Super.

T20 World Cup 2024 journey and fixtures

Pakistan’s journey in the T20 World Cup 2024 will commence in Dallas with a match against co-host United States of America (USA) on June 6, followed by highly anticipated encounters against arch-rivals India on June 9 and Canada on June 12 in New York. Their final group-stage mat??????????????????????????ch against Ireland is scheduled for June 16 in Florida.

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In anticipation of the T20 World Cup 2024, Misbah-ul-Haq, the former head coach of Pakistan, shared his vision for the team’s batting order.

Ultimate clash against arch-rivals India:

The tournament, set to take place in the West Indies and the United States of America (USA) from June 1, will commence with an exciting clash between the USA and Canada in Dallas. Pakistan’s journey begins on June 6 against the USA, with a highly awaited encounter against India sc??heduled for June 9 at Eisenhower?? Park in New York.

Misbah’s insight on Pakistan’s T20 World Cup 2024 batting order

During a discussion on a local sports channel, Misbah delved into the dynamics of the middle order, emphasizing the pivotal roles of Agha Salman, Azam Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed and Shadab Khan. These players were singled out as potential assets to fortify Pakistan’s middle-order, a crucial aspect contributing to the team’s success in the tournament.

“Potentially the names I’m seeing are simple. Agha Salman is there, Azam Khan is there, Iftikhar Ahmed is there, and Shadab Khan is there. Regarding Fakhar, you’re already thinking about him,” Misbah said.

The strategic considerations also extended to the top-order configuration. Misbah expressed a strong inclination towards Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan and Saim Ayub. However, the key revelation was Misbah’s proposal for a potential reshuffle, advocating for Ayub as the opener alongside the seasoned duo of Azam and Rizwan. According to Misbah, Saim’s ability to provide a left-hand, right-hand combination makes him an ideal choice for the opening position.

“You know the top three: Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Saim Ayub. I think Saim is at the top, then you should either place Babar at three or open with him, or let Rizwan play at three or open. Saim should be the opener because you need a left-hand, right-hand combination,” the 49-year-old concluded.

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Pakistan’s journey in the T20 World Cups so far:

Pakistan encountered a challenging start in the inaugural global showpiece event in 2007 under the captaincy of Shoaib Malik, culminating in a final showdown against arch-rivals India. Unfortunately, they faced defeat in the hands of India, missing out on the coveted trophy. Nevertheless, redemption came swiftly as Pakistan bounced back to claim the T20 World Cup title in 2009. In a thrilling summit clash against Sri Lanka, they emerged victorious, showcasing thei?r prowess in the shortest format.

Despite this initial success, Pakistan has faced a trophy drought in T20 World Cups since their 2009 triumph. In the last edition of the tournament in 2022, the team displayed exceptional skills, securing a spot in the finals. Nonetheless, their quest for the trophy was thwarted by England, who emerged victorious b??y five wickets in a closely contested final.

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In the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup 2023, India have showcased solid performances under the leadership of Rohit Sharma as they won their first six games. However, amidst the positive results, one persistent issue has surfaced – the vulnerability of middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer against short-pitched deliveries.

Batting at the crucial No. 4 position, Iyer has encountered significant challenges, amassing just 134 runs in six innings, with a rather modest average of 22.3. His difficulties against the short ball have not gone unnoticed, as opposition teams have consistently targeted this particular weakness in his batting technique. The most recent example was his dismissal during India’s match against England in Lucknow, where he fell attempting a pull shot. Iyer’s struggle against this kind of bowling has raised concerns.

Misbah-ul-Haq’s analysis and suggested solution

Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq has been quick to identified Iyer’s susceptibility to short-pitched deliveries, offering a detailed analysis of the Indian batrer’s issues. Misbah argued that, despite Iyer managing to score runs, his recurring difficulties with short balls cannot be overlooked any longer.

“He is expecting the short ball and many times, even against short-of-length balls which aren’t ideal for pulling, like the one against England, he goes for the shot. So, you are overthinking about the short ball and you are in trouble. See his front foot. After the initial movement, it goes nowhere. And he is in no position to play the short ball. And he doesn’t even try to avoid the short ball,” Misbah was quoted as saying by the Hindustan Times.

In response, Misbah has suggested a possible solution – the return of Hardik Pandya, who has been recovering from an inj??ury. According to the 49-y?ear-old, Pandya should replace Iyer in the lineup, offering more solidity in the middle order.

“Hardik Pandya has to return too after being fit. From Day 1, I feel that KL Rahul at No. 5 is too late. He is a class player and should bat at No. 4. Once Hardik is back, Suryakumar Yadav can bat 6 and Jadeja 7. Then his (Iyer’s) selection would become difficult. He (Iyer) has scored runs; he is coming off a hundred against Australia, is rated high. But overall, his average against fast bowling is around 19-20 and when it comes to short balls, he is just not able to find it. When your weakness comes to the fore, all teams will exploit it,” the Mianwali-born cricketer concluded.

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Wasim Akram’s perspective on Shreyas Iyer’s struggles

Misbah’s viewpoint has been reinforced by Pakistani pace legend Wasim Akram, who emphasizes the need to consider an alternative in Ishan Kishan. Kis?han, who has been on the bench after featuring in the initial two games, could provide a fresh approach to the middle order.

“Yeah, he has to perform because Ishan Kishan is sitting out and he is a left-hander. Remember the first game he played in the Asia Cup, he and Hardik Pandya struck a partnership. So he can bat in the middle order,” Wasim said.

As the World Cup progresses, India faces critical decisions regarding their middle-order batting, and addressing Iyer’s issues against short-pitched deliveries becomes a pivotal part of their strategy moving forward.

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Misbah-ul-Haq’s fine batting display, followed by a disciplined bowling performance, helped Asia Lions get the better off World Giants in the third match of the ongoing Legends ??League Cricket (LLC) at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium i????n Doha on Monday.

In a 10-overs per-side rain-curtailed match, the Lions posted 99/3 on the board after being asked to bat. The lions lost three wickets for just 39 before Tillakaratne Dilshan, and Misbah took charge and bailed out their side. The duo went on to form an unbeaten partnership of 60 runs for the fourth wicket to help the Lions reach a com??petitive total. While Dilshan stayed not out on 32 off 24 balls, including 3 fours and a six, Misbah remained undefeated on 44 from just 19 deliveries with the help of 4 fours and 3 maximums.

In response, the Giants got off to a flyer with Chris Gayle and Lendl Simmons adding 40 runs in 4.3 overs to show their clear intention of wrapping things up early. However, Lions skipper Shahid Afridi came u?p with an inspirational over, dismissing both Gayle and Simmons, which triggered the batting collapse of the Giants.

The Giants�?batting unit fell like a pack of cards and were bowled out for just 64, losing the contest by 35 runs. Apart from Afridi, who bagged a couple of scalps, Abdur Razzak also shined with the ball. Razza?k picked up two wickets for just 2 runs in his quota of 2 overs, including a maiden.

Here is how Twitter reacted:

Roaring with pride after a victorious night! 🦁🔥@VisitQatar#LegendsLeagueCricket #SkyexchnetLLCMasters #LLCT20 #YahanSabBossHain pic.twitter.com/0kzmqdGPzn

— Legends League Cricket (@llct20) March 13, 2023

Shahid Afridi dismissed Chris Gayle and Lendl Simmons tonight, both openers were looking to take the game away from Asia Lions. Gayle had hit Dilshan for three sixes off three balls earlier in the innings, but Lala got him out ❤️ #LegendsCricketLeague pic.twitter.com/aWyZZaiWPn

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) March 13, 2023

Back to Back Man of the Match Awards for Misbah ul Haq#CCL2023 #Misbah #Cricket pic.twitter.com/Potc75azSo

— Sumeed Raza (@raza_sumeed) March 13, 2023

Shahid Afridi's Asia lions beat World Gaints led by Aron Finch. This tournament is getting entertaining day by day, and legend gracing it with their performances. pic.twitter.com/dA1U3SWwz5

— Waseem Yousuf (@WaseemR51813012) March 14, 2023

Another win for Shahid Afridi's Asia Lions in Legends League Cricket.#ShahidAfridi pic.twitter.com/AKk0anygL1

— Abdul Hayee Khan Ch (@ChaudhryHayee) March 14, 2023

Misbah rescuing the team from 39/3
Afridi rescuing the team from 40/0

Yes, yes, we have seen this before. Thank you, legends, for rolling back years. #Legends #Lions #LLCT20 pic.twitter.com/hwfy5JPdDf

— Usman Satti (@usmansatti476) March 13, 2023

“We are here to win this tournament, Misbah is really in good form. We team mates are eagerly waiting to lift the trophy. I want to specially thank the crowd here�?The winning captain Shahid Afridi. #ShahidAfridi #LegendsLeagueCricket @SAfridiOfficial pic.twitter.com/RekTO2RcmB

— Maham Gillani (@DheetAfridian) March 13, 2023

Alhumdulillah Great Victory by Asian Lions against World Gaints Ma shaa Allah zabardast Well played King Misbah You champion 🏆 BOOM BOOM AFRIDI 💥 Great Captaincy ❤️ Maazaaa Agyaaa #LLCT20 pic.twitter.com/xKDhnsaWrE

— AMJAD AFRIDI 🇵🇰 (@amjadafridi104) March 13, 2023

Misbah-ul-Haq won a 2nd Consecutive Player Of the Match Award For His Brilliant Knock.�?br />44 Runs For 19 Balls🔥#LLCMasters #LLCT20 pic.twitter.com/L4tdSWY8Dn

— Muhammad Usama 🇵🇰 (@usama_5423) March 13, 2023

"We are all here to win this competition, my entire team is here to pick the trophy and not just enjoy matches. Misbah Ul Haq is in excellent form and we are loving it out there," Shahid Afridi ❤️ #LegendsCricketLeague pic.twitter.com/nk6QYJNeLc

— Talha Hussain (@TalhaHussain799) March 13, 2023

Another day, another 𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘! 🙌🏻

MOM – Misbah ul Haq 44* off 19 (3×6's, 4×4's) 💥#LLCT20 | #GreenShirts pic.twitter.com/5T4ygJ82ts

— Green Shirts 🏏🇵🇰 (@greenshirts17) March 13, 2023

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The opening match of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) Masters began with a cracker of a game between India Maharajas and Asia Lions at West End Park Internatio??nal Cricket Stadium in Doh??a on Friday.

The contest turned out to be an absolute thriller where the Asian team, under the leadership of Shahid Afridi, got the better of the Gautam Gambhir-led Indian side.

Opting to bat first, Asia Lions started terribly after losing Tillakaratne Dilshan (5) and Asghar Afghan (1). However, Upul Tharanga and Misbah-ul-Haq steadied the ship by forming a much-needed ??108 runs partnership for t??he third wicket.

While Tharanga was dismissed for 40, the former Pakistan skipper kept his end alive, smashing 73 from 50 deliveries, with the help of 2 fours and 4 humungous sixes and taking his si??de to a competitive total of 165/6 in their allotted 20 overs.

In re?sponse, the contest went down to the wire, where the Indian side fell short o??f nine runs. Captain Gambhir led from the front, slamming a brilliant half-century. Gambhir scored 54 off 39, including seven boundaries. But the other batters couldn’t hold on as the India Maharajas only reached 156/8 in 20 overs.

Veteran left-arm pacer Sohail Tanvir was the pick of the bowler for the Lions, bagging three wickets in the form of Robin Uthappa, Yusuf Pathan and Irfan Pathan. Similarly, Afridi, Ab??dul Razzaq, Thisara Perera, Dilshan, and Isuru Udana all picked up one wicket each.

Here is how Twitter reacted:

?After a tough defeat in a na??il-biting contest, India Maharajas will be back on the winning ways!

The maharajas scored 156 runs but came short, with 4 sixes, 14 fours and 6 wickets overall.#LegendsLeagueCricket #LLCMasters #LLCT20 #YahanSabBossHain pic.twitter.com/auUrAu2vMU

— Legends League Cricket (@llct20) March 10, 2023

Misbah Ul Haq wins Legend of the Match award.

Presenter: You went in to bat at 19/2 with your team in trouble. Talk us through it!
Misbah: Nothing new for me! Haha! 😂❤️#LegendsLeagueCricket pic.twitter.com/f01LwlcVEq

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) March 10, 2023

Atmosphere level 💯 #LLCT20 #LegendsLeagueCricket @llct20 pic.twitter.com/wnnvbRUftu

— Georgie Heath🎙�?(@GeorgieHeath27) March 10, 2023

The man, the myth, the legend – @captainmisbahpk 🔥

7️⃣3️⃣ runs off 50 deliveries 💪

The ever-graceful batter, ICA’s Legend showed an excellent performance vs India Maharajas & bagged the POTM award 🏆 👏#TeamICA #MisbahulHaq #LLC pic.twitter.com/avKohrudkV

— Moghees Sheikh (@MogheesSheikh) March 10, 2023

Atmosphere level 💯 #LLCT20 #LegendsLeagueCricket @llct20 pic.twitter.com/wnnvbRUftu

— Georgie Heath🎙�?(@GeorgieHeath27) March 10, 2023

When life gives you a tough defeat, channel your in??ner Maharaja and?? rise above it.

Onwards and upwards to the next victory! 💪👑#LegendsLeagueCricket #LLCMasters #LLCT20 #YahanSabBossHain pic.twitter.com/ObSC1wr9E0

— India Maharajas (@IndMaharajasLLC) March 10, 2023

Misbah-Ul-Haq roars through his half-century with 2 fours and 3 sixes!@captainmisbahpk#LegendsLeagueCricket #LLCMasters #LLCT20 #YahanSabBossHain pic.twitter.com/lGKBYGlbYg

— Asia Lions (@AsiaLionsLLC) March 10, 2023

Congratulations Asia Lions and @SAfridiOfficial Bhai!👏

They defeated Gautam Gambhir's India Maharajas in Legends League Cricket!

Player of the match – Misbah-ul-Haq 73 off 50 balls 👏🏽#LLCMasters #LegendsLeagueCricket pic.twitter.com/8jG2TCCLgZ

— Haseeb Arslan (@HaseebarslanUK) March 10, 2023

The way Misbah and Gambhir are batting today, never seemed like they ever quit cricket #IMvsAL

— Viraj Asher (@VirajAsher) March 10, 2023

Misbah Ul Haq wicket reminds me of his wicket in 2011 SF game at Mohali!#LLCMasters#IMvALpic.twitter.com/u16FvVQ7O6

— Nilesh G (@oye_nilesh) March 10, 2023

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Pakistan cricket team is currently going through a bad phase. Firstly they lost to Sri Lanka in the finals of the 2022 Asia Cup and, later the same year, went on to lose the T20 World Cup title to England.

Apart from white ball cricket, Babar Azam captained Pakistan, aren’t doing great in Tests too, as they faced a whitewash against England in a home series last month.

It was Pakistan’s first-ever 0-3 loss on home soil in a three-match test leg.

In the recently concluded Test series against New Zealand, the hosts were almo??st on the verge of a defeat but somehow managed to end it in a draw.

Following their poor performance, Babar faced a lot of criticism for his leadership. But now veteran cricketer Misbah-ul-Haq has defended the current Pakistan skipper.

Misbah, who is also the m?ost successful Test c??aptain of Pakistan, talking to Geo news, said that attempts are being made to weaken Babar.

“It is visible, Babar is being forced to become weak, which is not good. The kind of press conferences and questions being asked from Babar, everyone is watching,” Misbah said to Geo News.

“If there is a decision to be made, everyone should sit together and make a decision. The players, the selection committee, and the board should sit down and make a decision comfortably. They should review the situation and If they think changes should be made, then they should do it. If you put pressure on someone for any other reason, the whole team will be disturbed. It should not happen,” he added.

Referring to the team’s performance in shorter formats and split captaincy, Misbah said: “Pakistan team is undoubtedly a powerhouse in white ball cricket. Pakistan’s bowlers and batters are top in white-ball cricket.”

“Appointing separate captains shakes up everything as it gives birth to competition. It creates a political environment,” he concluded.

Notably, recently in ODIs, Babar scored two back-to-back fifties against Kane Williamson-led ?New Zealan??d, of which one came in a winning cause.

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