Pakistan’s exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, following New Zealand’s win over Bangladesh, was anticipated by many given the team’s recent performances. As hosts, the group-stage elimination has left fans disillusioned with the national team’s subpar showing on the field.
This early ouster raises concerns about whether cricket administrators will finally address long-standing issues within the team. Despite past promises of change, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has consistently maintained the status quo, frustrating critics and fans alike.
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The Champions Trophy presented an opportunity for Pakistan to reassert itself on the international stage. However, the poor quality of cricket displayed by the national team has overshadowed what could have been a triumphant moment for home fans.
Pakistan’s weak campaign can be traced to the absence of a solid game plan and the controversial exclusion of key players from previous successful series. The national selectors’ decision to overlook promising talent has only added to the team’s struggles.
It is time for the PCB to realize that Pakistan cricket needs an overhaul. Without modernizing the game and revamping domestic structures, the country risks falling further behind in the global cricketing landscape.
