Chairman PCB Zaka Ashraf revealed that there was a suggestion made to Captain Babar Azam that considering the form issues of leg-break googly bowler Shadab Khan, it would be appropriate not to include him in the World Cup squad. This recommendation is currently under consideration.
During a media conversation, Chaudhry Zakaa Ashraf stated that Captain Babar Azam expressed his desire to have Shadab Khan as the vice-captain alongside the team in the World Cup. However, it is important to note that Captain Babar has made it clear that if Shadab Khan does not perform well in the World Cup, he may be dropped from the final lineup.
This revelation indicates that there is an ongoing discussion and evaluation regarding Shadab Khan's inclusion in the World Cup squad, with Captain Babar Azam's preference for him as the vice-captain, but with a condition of performance-based selection.