In the lead-up to the T20 World Cup, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, Pakistan achieved a 3-0 clean sweep against Australia. They secured victories by improving margins: winning by 22 runs in the first match, 90 runs in the second, and an impressive 111 runs in the third. However, Australia was without several key players, many of whom are working to recover in time for the tournament starting later this week.
Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar praised captain Salman Ali Agha, calling him a “selfless” leader. Agha was the top scorer in the series, amassing 120 runs, including a personal best of 76 off 40 balls in the second match. Akhtar emphasized Agha’s leadership skills and his commitment to the team’s success.
Akhtar remarked on the show ‘Game On Hai.’
“Pakistan has found a good captain. For the first time in a decade, there is a man who puts the Pakistan team first. This is the first time I have seen that we have a captain who is sacrificing his own place (in the batting order) for the betterment of the team.”
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He further added:
“This guy is like Daren Sammy for us. He can bat, but he’s a very selfless captain. I’m very happy to see that there is a man at the helm who thinks that let others do well, and my own place in the team is in God’s hands.”
Salman Ali Agha on Pakistan boycotting India in T20 WC 2026
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On February 2, 2026, captain Salman Ali Agha addressed the media about the possible boycott of the match against India. He stated that any decision regarding this matter lies with the Pakistan government and the PCB. As players, they will follow the directives from their leaders.
He clarified:
“Humara decision nahi hai, hum kuch nahi kar sakte” (It is not our decision, we can’t do anything about it).
