There was a stir in Pakistan cricket, physio was blamed for feeding unfit players in T20 WC 2026

A big controversy has arisen in Pakistan cricket at this time. It is reported that Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman took part in the 2026 T20 World Cup without being fully fit. Was. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has started investigation regarding this matter and questions are being raised on the team physio.

Questions raised on fitness clearance

The center of this entire controversy is team physio Cliff Deacon. It is alleged that he declared the players fit, even though they were not completely healthy. According to PTI, after being out of the World Cup, PCB’s Medical Panel Director Dr. Javed Mughal has examined the players. In which it was revealed that both the players were not 100% fit. According to the report, Babar Azam’s injury was more serious, while Fakhar Zaman was also suffering from hamstring problem for a long time. In such a situation, the question is arising that how did he get permission to play.

Selectors put responsibility on physio

The selection committee, which is headed by Aaqib Javed, made it clear that they had selected the team on the basis of the fitness report of the physio. That is, if the players were declared fit, then it was natural to include them in the team. Now allegations are also being made that this decision was taken due to close relations between the physio and the players, due to which questions have been raised on the entire process.

Demand for investigation and action started

Senior selector Aaqib Javed has demanded a formal investigation into this matter. The PCB is now trying to find out why the players’ fitness was not properly monitored during the World Cup and why the selectors were not given complete information.

What is the situation at present

After the World Cup, Babar Azam is currently rehabbing at the National Cricket Academy. It is expected that he can make a comeback in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) starting from March 26, where he will captain Peshawar Zalmi. Fakhar Zaman was also kept out of the Bangladesh tour recently. Pakistan had to face defeat by 1-2 in that series.

Impact on PCB’s reputation

This whole matter has raised questions on the functioning of PCB. If the allegations are proven true in the investigation, then it is not just an administrative mistake but can also become an issue that has a big impact on the players’ career and the team’s performance.