Tanveer Ahmed urges Babar Azam to resign from Pakistan Test captaincy

Former Pakistan cricketer Tanveer Ahmed has called for Babar Azam to step down as Test captain following a series of team changes by the Pakistan Cricket Board. The board recently released six players and introduced six new squad members in a move described as a purge. Ahmed argued that remaining in the leadership role while these personnel decisions occur could damage the captain's public image and imply that he prioritizes his position over team principles. He suggested that if Babar Azam disagrees with the board's management, he should offer his resignation to maintain his professional integrity. This criticism comes as Pakistan deals with the aftermath of consecutive Test defeats against England. Babar Azam remains slated for the upcoming third Test at Edgbaston, although reports note he has been battling an illness.

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