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The air around Pakistan Cricket is thick with anticipation. Unconfirmed but strong reports indicate that Pakistan Cricket Board (PSB) is set to make a major leadership change, with Salman Ali Agha likely to take over Pakistan's all-format captaincy.
This is not just a routine captaincy change; it's a strategic move by PCB that could fundamentally change the team's trajectory.
What does this decision truly signify for the Green Shirts? Find out.
The current captains: Where do they stand?
Pakistan's captaincy landscape is currently questionable, influenced by their recent performances.
1. Shan Masood (Test Captain)
Appointed in November 2023, Shan Masood's captaincy has been challenging. The team suffered a 3-0 whitewash in Australia (Dec 2023- Jan 2024) which placed his position under significant threat.
Additionally, they also lost 2-0 to Bangladesh (Aug-Sept 2024) which almost marked the end of his captaincy tenure.
2. Mohammad Rizwan (ODI Captain)
Named full-time ODI captain in 2024, Mohammad Rizwan's tenure is also under review. While he had initial success, his position came under threat after their early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, despite being the defending champions.
This include big losses to New Zealand and India in the tournament.
3. Salman Ali Agha (T20 Captain)
Appointed T20 captain in March 2025, Agha has been impressive. Under his brief leadership, the T20I side has reportedly shown "newfound intent" while batting.
He has impressed both the selection committee and PCB chairman.
PCB's decision to change:
The PCB's move towards an all-format captain, particularly Salman Ali Agha, signals a desire for greater stability, a unified vision, and a fresh approach after a period of mixed results and frequent leadership changes.
The performances under Masood and Rizwan, especially in critical series and tournaments, have undeniably shaped the board's apparent decision towards a new captaincy structure and implement a new era under a single leader.
