Pakistan’s utterly disastrous, mind-boggling, and heart-wrenching defeat in the recent ACC Asia Cup 2025 has sent the cricket world into meltdown, leaving Pakistan cricket fans utterly devastated, critics absolutely scathing, and the Pakistan Cricket Board reeling from a tsunami of public outrage and humiliation. The selection of players has been widely ridiculed, sparking a firestorm of controversies that are shaking the very foundations of Pakistan cricket to its core.
Aqib Javed, the chief selector of the Pakistan Cricket Board, is now facing the axe. Media reports suggest that his position is in serious jeopardy. According to sources, the PCB is planning significant management changes. Aqib Javed is expected to be sacked from his role
Aqib Javed’s Tenure:
The PCB appointed him chief selector of the Pakistan cricket team on November 18, 2024, specifically for the ICC Champions Trophy. Under his watch, the Pakistan cricket team has participated in two major tournaments, both of which ended in disappointment. In the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Pakistan, the defending champions, finished last with just one point on the table.
Similarly, in the Asia Cup 2025, Pakistan managed to reach the finals but showed significant weaknesses throughout the tournament, ultimately snatching defeat from the jaws of victory, leaving fans disappointed.
Who’s at the top of the bucket list for the chief selector position?
Reports suggest that the Pakistan Cricket Board’s eyes are on the former captain of the Pakistan cricket team, Sarfraz Ahmed, for this prestigious designation. This might mark Sarfaraz Ahmed’s return to Pakistan cricket. Given his non-controversial image and impressive track record, Sarfaraz Ahmed has higher chances of being appointed as the chief selector of the Pakistan cricket team.
The return of Sarfaraz Ahmed to Pakistan cricket in a different role is likely to evoke nostalgia among fans, who fondly remember his contributions to the team. From leading Pakistan to victory in the Champions Trophy 2017, winning 11 consecutive T20I series, and dominating the T20 and ODI rankings, Sarfaraz Ahmed’s leadership and vision have been widely praised.
Sarfaraz Ahmed’s captaincy era was indeed a masterclass, and his ability to guide young players like Hassan Ali, Imad Wasim, Shadab Khan, and Faheem Ashraf was instrumental in shaping their careers. This experience, combined with his good leadership skills, makes him an ideal candidate for the role of chief selector. Having also served as a mentor for the Karachi Dolphins in the Champions Cup, Sarfaraz Ahmed has demonstrated his ability to guide and nurture talent. If given the opportunity, he could be the right person to lead the selection committee and bring about a new era of success for Pakistan cricket — ultimately marking the return of Sarfaraz Ahmed
Also see: From Champions to Contenders: Comparing 2017 Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Squad to their 2025 Squad
Who’s making an entry along with Sarfraz?
Former Pakistan cricket captain and coach, Mohammad Yousuf is also likely to make a return to cricket as a part of the selection committee along with the return of Sarfaraz Ahmed, as per reports.
Also see: Sarfaraz Ahmed: Is it time to give the call of Retirement?
Following the current disastrous downfall of the Pakistan cricket team, it’s necessary to bring about a change, and if the PCB is up for it, initiating change by bringing new members to the selection committee would be a great decision. This move could give fans new hope to expect good outcomes from the Pakistan cricket team, seeing deserving players perform.
