Pakistan

The PCB shared the news on social media platform X, stating, "Babar Azam appointed as white-ball captain."

Chairman of the PCB, Mohsin Naqvi, emphasized that the committee will operate without a designated chairman, ensuring that all members wield equal authority. Additionally, he disclosed plans to appoint two to three coordinators who will assist the committee without possessing voting privileges.

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been keen on securing a foreign coach for the team, but all attempts thus far have fallen through. Sources within the PCB disclosed that efforts to enlist the services of Andy Flower, the former English coach, and Australia's Simon Katich have proven unsuccessful. Furthermore, rejections from West Indies' Darren Sammy and Australia's Shane Watson have complicated the quest further.

The criticism arose ahead of Pakistan's three-Test series in Australia when it was revealed that Rauf withdrew from the tour after discussions with chief selector Wahab Riaz and team director Mohammad Hafeez.

Amid Hafeez's critique of officiating and technology, Cummins, the Australian skipper, maintained a composed stance, acknowledging Pakistan's performance but emphasizing the team's collective success.

In the recent Test series opener, Pakistan's fast-bowling quartet, including Shaheen Shah Afridi, Khurram Shahzad, Aamer Jamal, and Faheem Ashraf, struggled to breach the 140kmph mark.

During this outstanding performance, Warner climbed the ranks of Australia's all-time Test run-getters, surpassing Matthew Hayden and Michael Clarke. Notably, his big hundred propelled him past cricket legends Sir Viv Richards and Virender Sehwag in the overall list.

During this outstanding performance, Warner climbed the ranks of Australia's all-time Test run-getters, surpassing Matthew Hayden and Michael Clarke. Notably, his big hundred propelled him past cricket legends Sir Viv Richards and Virender Sehwag in the overall list.

Morkel, the former South African fast bowler, had joined the Pakistan men's team as the bowling coach on a six-month contract in June of the same year.

Mickey Arthur acknowledged that the team fell short of its best game and emphasized the need for the cricketing standards to elevate, acknowledging that they were "behind the eight ball."