Pakistan Suffers Historic Test Defeat to Bangladesh

Following Pakistan's historic 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in the Rawalpindi Test, cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for its ineffective strategy and selection policies, calling the defeat a 'new low' for Pakistan cricket. This loss marks Bangladesh's first-ever Test victory on Pakistani soil, with Shehzad noting the team's struggles since their earlier defeat to Afghanistan in the 2023 ODI World Cup. Former skipper Shahid Afridi echoed these sentiments, questioning the decision to field four fast bowlers without a specialist spinner, which he described as a lack of awareness regarding home conditions. Afridi highlighted the poor pitch preparation and the team's overall performance, stating that such decisions led to an embarrassing defeat. Both Shehzad and Afridi stressed the need for significant changes in the PCB's approach to avoid further declines in Pakistani cricket.