Shahid Afridi, the iconic all-rounder, shared his surprise at Babar Azam’s appointment as Pakistan’s white-ball captain. Afridi expressed his astonishment on social media platform X, emphasizing the decision’s unexpected nature from seasoned selectors. Afridi advocated for Mohammad Rizwan as a potential candidate for the role, yet extended his full support to Babar Azam and the national team. Meanwhile, Babar Azam’s father, Azam Siddique, took to Instagram, urging his son to foster unity and respect among players, emphasizing the importance of solidarity for team success.