Pakistan cricket has taken another dramatic turn just weeks before the Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE. The absence of two of Pakistan’s biggest names — Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan — from the T20I squad has left fans shocked and divided.
PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi addressed the storm on Sunday, making it clear that he had “no role in the selection process.” Speaking to reporters, Naqvi said:
“I had no input in the Asia Cup squad. The selectors are independent in their decisions, and I don’t interfere in selection matters.”
The omission of Babar and Rizwan has sparked heavy debate. Both have been the backbone of Pakistan’s batting for years, and their absence from such a crucial tournament raises big questions about the team’s direction. Are Pakistan planning a future without them in T20Is, or is this a short-term gamble?
Social media has exploded since the squad announcement, with fans demanding answers and many expressing disappointment. Some believe the selectors are looking to invest in younger talent, while others see it as a risky move ahead of a high-pressure tournament like the Asia Cup.
What remains certain is this — the Asia Cup 2025 just got a lot more interesting. Without their star duo, Pakistan’s campaign will be closely watched, and every performance will be under the microscope.
