Mohammad Hafeez Criticizes Bowling Trio
The trio's poor performance has raised questions about their ability to perform under pressure, with many calling for new talent to be given a chance to prove themselves. The team's lack of firepower and leadership has also been cited as a major concern, with some suggesting that the current attitude on the field is not intimidating enough.

Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Hafeez has expressed disappointment over the country's bowling trio, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf, following their poor performance in recent tournaments, including the 2023 Asia Cup, 50-over World Cup, and T20 World Cup.
Hafeez pointed out that the trio has not delivered in major tournaments for the past two years, suggesting it's time to move on from them and give opportunities to other bowlers like Mohammad Ali, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Akif Javed, and Mir Hamza. He emphasized that these players deserve a chance to prove themselves, given the trio's inability to perform under pressure.
The criticism of the bowling trio is not limited to Hafeez, as former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar and former Pakistan women's captain Urooj Mumtaz have also expressed concerns about the team's overall firepower. Manjrekar stated that Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi have seen better days, while Mumtaz felt that the team lacks leadership and that the current attitude on the field is not intimidating.
However, not everyone shares the same opinion, as former Pakistan cricketer Aaqib Javed expressed confidence in the trio, comparing them to the 1990s Pakistan attack featuring Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, and himself. The debate surrounding the bowling trio's performance is likely to continue, with many calling for changes to be made to the team's lineup.