Shahid Afridi Criticizes PCB Over Test Team Changes

Shahid Afridi, the former Pakistan star all-rounder, has strongly criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for making significant changes to the Test team in the middle of the England series.

The changes were made after Pakistan suffered heavy defeats in the first two Tests, losing the first Test by an innings and the second Test by 194 runs at Lord's.

Afridi questioned the logic behind the move, stating that he is unsure of the reasoning behind making so many changes after the defeat at Lord's. He also raised concerns over the players brought into the squad, pointing out that some T20 players have been picked for a Test match in England.

The former Pakistan captain was particularly critical of the timing of the changes, which came with only one Test remaining in the series. He asked why such a major overhaul was needed after the defeat at Lord's.

Afridi also questioned the decision to remove the coach after only five Test matches, calling it 'the most shocking decision ever' by a selection committee that includes many experienced selectors.

The PCB made major changes to the Pakistan setup ahead of the third Test at Edgbaston, which will be held on September 9. Pakistan will enter the final Test under a significantly changed setup as they look to avoid a 3-0 series defeat.

The changes include the removal of Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq from the Test squad, with the two players likely to return home ahead of the third Test.

Afridi's criticism is focused on both the scale and timing of the changes, and he has asked why the coaching staff was changed after such a short period.

The England series has been a disappointing one for Pakistan so far, and the team will be looking to salvage some pride in the final Test.

The PCB's decision to make significant changes to the team has raised many questions, and it remains to be seen how the new setup will perform in the final Test.

In the end, the decision by the PCB to make major changes to the Test team has been met with criticism from Afridi, and it will be interesting to see how the team performs in the final Test.