Pakistan's Test team, under the captaincy of Shan Masood, has endured a difficult stint, losing all five Tests, culminating in a shocking home series defeat to Bangladesh. Despite this poor run, the Pakistan Cricket Board has opted to retain Masood as captain, citing a need for consistency amid a busy schedule, as they prepare for a crucial series against England in October.
The shock back-to-back defeats to Bangladesh not only marked Pakistan's first home series loss to them but underscored the team's struggles in Test cricket, stressing the importance of stable leadership amidst growing pressures. Masood's captaincy tenure began with a dismal series loss in Australia and continued with a series of disappointing performances, with critics questioning his place in the team as head of Pakistan Test cricket.
Shan Masood, despite being under intense scrutiny for his lackluster captaincy and batting form, which saw him fail to register a century since August 2020, has been retained by the PCB. The decision comes as they aim to navigate through challenging international fixtures, emphasizing the board's desire for consistency rather than hasty decisions in leadership.
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