Pakistan’s cricket leadership faces turmoil as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) scrutinizes Salman Ali Agha’s role as T20I captain on October 7, 2025. After a crushing five-wicket loss to India in the Asia Cup 2025 final, Agha’s lackluster performance of 72 runs in seven matches, with a batting average of 12 and a strike rate of 80.89, has sparked debate.

For instance, Ahmed Shehzad criticized the PCB, stating, “Salman is a good player, but T20 isn’t his forte, yet he’s captain.” Similarly, Shahid Afridi questioned Agha’s fit for the format due to his sluggish 79 strike rate.

Moreover, the PCB’s recent review meeting exposed deep divides. Head coach Mike Hesson defends Agha, citing his 56.67% win rate in 30 T20Is and urging stability ahead of the South Africa series this month. However, others doubt Agha’s spot in the XI, especially after Pakistan’s 1-4 T20I loss in New Zealand. Meanwhile, fans on X demand alternatives like Shadab Khan or Babar Azam, frustrated by Agha’s tactics in the Asia Cup. Yet, Agha’s 2-1 series win over the West Indies in August shows promise.