Babar Azam announced his resignation as the captain of the Pakistan cricket team on Tuesday, sharing the news via a social media post. In his message on X, Azam stated: "Dear fans, I'm sharing some important news with you today. I have decided to resign as captain of the Pakistan men's cricket team, effective as of my notification to the PCB and Team Management last month."
Here is his complete statement:
"It has been an honour to lead this team, but I believe it's time for me to step down and concentrate on my role as a player. Captaincy has been a fulfilling experience, but it has also added a considerable amount of workload. I want to focus on enhancing my performance, enjoying my batting, and spending more quality time with my family, which is a source of great happiness for me.
By stepping down, I aim to gain clarity for the future and devote more energy to my game and personal development. I am deeply thankful for your constant support and faith in me. Your enthusiasm has been incredibly meaningful to me.
I am proud of what we have accomplished together and look forward to continuing to contribute to the team as a player. Thank you for your love and unwavering support."
