Shahid Afridi Critiques Pakistan's Bold Squad Overhaul Amidst England Series

In a surprising shake-up, Pakistan's cricket team has made drastic changes to both their squad and coaching staff during their ongoing series against England. Former captain Shahid Afridi has labeled this move as the "most shocking decision ever by a selection committee." Seven players have been dropped, while five uncapped players have been introduced, alongside a coaching transition that sees Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke stepping in for Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul.

Afridi took to social media to express his bewilderment, questioning the rationale behind including T20 players for a Test match and the timing of the coaching changes after only five games. He remarked, "What is this thinking and approach?"

The players dropped include notable names such as Muhammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq, while newcomers like batter Saim Ayub and spin-bowling all-rounder Arafat Minhas are set to make their mark. Meanwhile, the team is preparing to face England in the final Test at Edgbaston starting September 9.

Source: www.bbc.co.uk