Babar announced his decision on Tuesday night through social media, citing heavy workload and his intention to focus more on batting.
“The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that Babar Azam tendered his resignation as Pakistan men’s white-ball captain on Tuesday evening, and it has been accepted,” the PCB stated in a press release.
They further revealed that the national selection committee has been assigned the task of making a strategy for white-ball cricket and recommending options for captaincy.
“The national selection committee has been tasked with beginning the process of formulating future white-ball cricket strategies, including recommending a new captain,” the statement further said.
The cricket board acknowledged Babar’s services to the national team and extended support for the star batter.
“Although the PCB had backed Babar Azam as the white-ball captain, his decision to step down reflects his desire to focus more on making a greater impact as a player,” the PCB stated.
“This decision is a testament to his professionalism and commitment to Pakistan cricket. He believes that dedicating himself fully to his batting will enable him to play a more decisive role in the team’s success in the shorter formats.