Mohammad Yousuf calls Pakistan Cricket’s current phase “Darkest Period,” demands removal of incompetent officials
- Laiba Abbasi
- Feb 16
- 2 min read
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf has ignited fresh debate over the state of Pakistan cricket after posting a series of strongly worded statements on social media, calling for sweeping changes within the system and the national T20 setup.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Yousuf expressed deep concern over what he described as political interference and personal agendas affecting the team’s performance.
“Unless we remove political influence and personal agendas from Pakistan cricket, we cannot return to the team we once were. This is the darkest period in our cricketing history, and my heart bleeds for it. Incompetent individuals must be removed from office and from the team,” he wrote.
The remarks come amid mounting criticism of the Pakistan Cricket Board following inconsistent performances in major tournaments.
“Time’s Up” for Senior Players
In another post that quickly went viral, Yousuf directly questioned the place of several senior players in Pakistan’s T20 side.
“Time’s up for Shaheen, Babar, and Shadab. Pakistan’s T20 squad needs new performers, not empty wins against weaker sides,” he stated.
The comment references key members of the current core, including captain Babar Azam, pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi, and all-rounder Shadab Khan.
Yousuf’s blunt assessment suggests a growing belief among former players that Pakistan must look beyond its established names and rebuild its T20 structure with fresh talent capable of delivering in high-pressure matches.
Growing Pressure on PCB
The statements add to the intensifying scrutiny surrounding Pakistan cricket’s administration and selection policies. Calls for structural reform, greater meritocracy, and reduced external influence have become increasingly frequent following recent setbacks.
Yousuf, widely regarded as one of Pakistan’s most accomplished batters, has often advocated for technical discipline and long-term planning. His latest comments, however, represent one of his most direct public criticisms of both management and senior players.
With public discourse heating up and fan frustration mounting, attention now turns to how the PCB and team management respond to the former captain’s pointed remarks — and whether significant changes lie ahead for Pakistan’s T20 future.
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