Overview
- Shaheen Afridi said he consulted only Mohammad Rizwan and accepted the role after Rizwan chose to make way.
- He said Rizwan assured full support and he pledged to back experienced players such as Babar Azam and Rizwan while stressing collective responsibility.
- The Pakistan Cricket Board has not set a tenure for the role, and Shaheen said he hopes to lead into the 2027 World Cup.
- His latest stint began with a 2–1 home ODI series win over South Africa.
- The appointment follows Rizwan’s mixed run as ODI captain, including series victories in Australia and South Africa and setbacks at the Champions Trophy and against the West Indies.