In this in-depth interview, Saj Sadiq speaks with former Pakistan Test cricketer and current Germany head coach, Atiq-uz-Zaman, on the major shake-up in the Pakistan T20I squad for the ongoing Bangladesh series.

By Saj Sadiq (May 30, 2025)

In this in-depth interview, Saj Sadiq speaks with former Pakistan Test cricketer and current Germany head coach, Atiq-uz-Zaman, on the major shake-up in the Pakistan T20I squad for the ongoing Bangladesh series. With candid insights into player selections, team strategy, and the future of some high-profile names, Atiq-uz-Zaman offers a unique perspective from inside and outside the Pakistan cricket system.

Main topics covered in this interview:

Hesson's Selection Philosophy: The impact of Mike Hesson’s fitness-first and aggressive approach on squad selection.

Big Names Dropped: Analysis of Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Mohammad Rizwan being dropped.

Leadership Choices Scrutinized: Shadab Khan and Salman Ali Agha as captain and vice-captain—justified or premature?

Notable Absentees Raise Eyebrows: Concerns over omitted players like Sufiyan Muqeem and Akif Javed.

Usman Khan’s Bold Move: Was Usman Khan’s decision to leave UAE cricket for Pakistan worth it?

Watch the full interview here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEDxRvjPutc&ab_channel=PakPassion