In a historic moment at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh clinched their first-ever men’s Test series win over Pakistan with a dramatic victory in the second Test match. Veteran cricketer Shakib Al Hasan’s boundary sealed the win, sparking celebrations among the Bangladesh team. This defeat marked the second time Pakistan had been clean-swept in a home Test series, highlighting the team’s recent struggles in all formats of the game.
Pakistan’s cricketing woes have been evident in their poor performances since November 2022, including early exits in global events and dismal results in bilateral series. The team’s instability, revolving door policy for coaches, and changes in leadership have created chaos in the squad, leading players to struggle with consistency and uncertainty. Despite possessing talented players like Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Shadab Khan, Pakistan has failed to deliver positive results, with key players struggling to maintain form.
The current PCB head, Mohsin Naqvi, has acknowledged the need for major changes in the team and selection process to address the underlying issues. In the midst of disappointing results and captaincy changes, Pakistan faces a crucial period to regroup and improve performances as they prepare to face England. With calls for stability, support for the captain, and a more consistent player pool, Pakistan hopes to overcome their recent struggles and return to winning ways in international cricket.
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