"They're not learning or getting better": Wasim Akram criticizes Pakistan players after Champions Trophy exit

Former Pakistani cricketers Wasim Akram and Rashid Lati were disappointed because Pakistan was knocked out in the group stage of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The defending champions started with a 60-run loss against New Zealand in Karachi, then lost against India by six wickets in Dubai. Their chances are ended because Bangladesh didn't beat New Zealand on Monday, making Pakistan's last group match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi.

Former Pakistani crickets are deeply disappointed with Pakistan's early exit from the ICC Champions Trophy. Pakistan was hosting a major ICC Champions Trophy tournament for the first time in 29 years. The team's campaign began with a 60-run loss to New Zealand in Karachi, followed by a six-wicket loss to India in Dubai. Their hopes were dashed when Bangladesh failed to beat New Zealand, Pakistan's final group match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi is a useless match for Pakistan.

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'They are not learning nor improving'@wasimakramlive blasts Pakistan cricketers after Champions Trophy exit https://t.co/eR3XscN5b8

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Former captain Wasim Akram criticized the team's lack of team's form: "We've supported these players for years, but they're not learning or improving. It's time for a major overhaul. We need to enhance our domestic cricket system to produce quality cricketers, not just average ones." 

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Former captain Rashid Latif  said that : "I'm very disappointed with the state of Pakistan cricket. We must follow merit and bring professionals into the game's administration, not politically appointed individuals. Frequent changes in the Pakistan Cricket Board, selection committee, and captains have prevented us from establishing a proper setup and team."