Former Pakistani cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has given a blistering criticism of the national team, stating that “cricket is finished in Pakistan” after their dismal beginning in the Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan fell to their second straight loss, having already lost to New Zealand in the opener.
Speaking to the press, Shehzad was annoyed at Pakistan’s performance, and identified poor selection choices, lack of consistency, and diminishing team morale as top issues. He reiterated that the domestic framework must undergo reform immediately if Pakistan were to continue being competitive on the world stage.
Pakistan’s recent loss has jeopardized their semi-final chances, and everyone is questioning the preparedness of the team. Former cricketers have also complained, calling for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to take necessary action.
With tougher fixtures coming up, Pakistan will have to recover fast to save their tournament campaign. But with the team’s current form, Shehzad’s stern remark has ignited a heated debate among fans and analysts.
