Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali criticizes senior selector and High Performance Director Aaqib Javed, saying every decision he makes “backfires” and urging him to “step away.” Azhar Ali, who played 97 Tests for Pakistan, argues that Javed should be taking responsibility for the team’s results rather than separating himself from poor performances.
Both reports describe Azhar Ali’s remarks as scathing, with criticism directed not only at Javed’s role as a selector but also at his position within Pakistan’s high-performance setup. The core allegation is that Javed is attempting to avoid accountability for the team’s shortcomings by distancing himself from outcomes.
While both outlets cover the same statements and thrust of the criticism, they largely differ in emphasis rather than substance, reflecting a shared focus on Azhar Ali’s call for leadership change. Neither report adds detailed new evidence or specific selection decisions in the excerpts provided, leaving the claims primarily tied to Azhar Ali’s overall assessment of Javed’s impact.
