Controversies Surround Pakistan Cricket Team in Asia Cup 2025
The Pakistan cricket team is embroiled in controversies during the Asia Cup 2025, facing criticism over the quality of their jerseys and their batting performance. Former cricketer Atiq-uz-Zaman has accused the PCB of corruption regarding the kits provided to players. Despite securing a place in the Super Four after defeating the UAE, the team's batting has raised concerns, with key players struggling to perform. Captain Salman Ali Agha has acknowledged the need for improvement, especially in the middle overs. Discover more about the challenges facing the team in this ongoing tournament.
| Sep 18, 2025, 19:39 IST
Ongoing Issues for Pakistan Cricket Team
The Pakistan cricket team is facing increasing scrutiny as controversies continue to unfold during the Asia Cup 2025. The recent incident during the toss of the India-Pakistan match, where captain Salman Ali Agha and Suryakumar Yadav did not shake hands, has drawn significant attention. Now, a new dispute has emerged regarding the team's jerseys.
Concerns Over Jersey Quality
Former cricketer Atiq-uz-Zaman took to social media to criticize the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for providing players with substandard kits. He alleged corruption, stating that the jerseys are of such low quality that players are drenched in sweat during matches. Zaman pointed out that when kits are given to friends instead of professionals, this is the result. He compared the situation to other teams, noting that while players from India and others wear dry-fit jerseys, Pakistani players are stuck with inferior gear.
Meanwhile, after defeating the UAE by 41 runs, Pakistan secured a spot in the Super Four, but their batting performance remains under scrutiny. The team could only manage a score of 146/9, with both the opening and middle-order batsmen struggling. Player Saim Ayub has yet to score in three matches, while Shaheen Shah Afridi managed to score an unbeaten 29 runs off 14 balls in the final overs, making the score slightly more competitive.
After the match, captain Salman Ali Agha acknowledged the team's batting weaknesses, particularly in the middle overs. He stated that while they completed their tasks, they need to improve their batting during those crucial phases. Agha mentioned that if they had played better, the score could have reached 170-180. He also noted that Shaheen has become a match-winner and that Abrar Ahmed has been exceptional, helping the team make comebacks in matches.