Former captain Mohammad Hafeez criticized pace trio\u2014Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf\u2014for their lackluster performance against India in Dubai.<\/p>\n
Speaking to the media, the former all-rounder voiced his frustration over the continued struggles of fast blowers since the 2023 Asia Cup.<\/p>\n
He highlighted their underwhelming displays across major tournaments, including the ODI and T20 World Cups, as well as the Champions Trophy preparations.<\/p>\n
Despite their talent, Hafeez stressed that they had yet to prove themselves in high-pressure matches and called for a change in the bowling lineup.<\/p>\n
He urged selectors to consider Mohammad Ali, Khurram Shahzad, Wasim Jr., Akif Javed, and Mir Hamza as potential replacements.<\/p>\n
Hafeez also questioned Babar Azam\u2019s ability to deliver in crucial games, comparing his impact to that of former Pakistan great Inzamam-ul-Haq.<\/p>\n
Assessing the trio\u2019s performance in the event, Shaheen Afridi struggled, conceding 68 runs against New Zealand and 72 against India.<\/p>\n
Naseem Shah managed two wickets versus New Zealand but remained wicketless in his eight-over spell against India.<\/p>\n
Haris Rauf had an expensive outing, leaking 83 runs against New Zealand and 52 against India without taking a wicket.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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