Ahmed Shehzad openly criticized Shan Masood’s performance in the red-ball format and questioned his leadership capabilities during a discussion on his YouTube channel, particularly highlighting Masood’s performance in the format against Bangladesh.
Shehzad remarked, “Over the years, many have consistently supported Shan Masood. There was always a lot of talk whenever he was dropped from the team or wasn’t given enough opportunities.”
He went on to say, “Shan Masood often complained about not getting enough chances in the national team.”
Shehzad then pointed out Masood’s red-ball performance since 2020, stating, “Since 2020, Shan Masood has managed to score only three half-centuries in the format. Considering the number of matches he’s played, this is quite an underwhelming record.”
Reflecting on Masood’s appointment as the red-ball captain, Shehzad commented, “Based on this performance, he’s been made the captain. You can imagine the current state of Pakistan cricket from this.”
He also criticized the justification used by some to defend Masood’s leadership role, saying, “One argument I’ve heard for making him captain is that he speaks good English. But English proficiency isn’t the most important skill for a team leader.”
Shehzad elaborated on what makes a good captain, stating, “A good leader sets clear goals for the team’s progress during their tenure. A successful captain earns the respect of his teammates, who follow his lead enthusiastically.”
He added, “A great captain has a positive impact on his team, motivating his players to do whatever he asks of them.”
Finally, Shehzad questioned Masood’s leadership ability, asking, “Based on his performance, does it seem like his teammates will follow his instructions?”
He also criticized Masood’s press conferences, saying, “There’s no logic in them. While he might say the right things about motivating the team, when it comes to the technical aspects of the game, he’s just making excuses.”
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