Thu Feb 27 09:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan Crash Out of Champions Trophy, Coach Denies Harsh Treatment of Players

**LAHORE, PAKISTAN** – Pakistan’s disappointing Champions Trophy 2025 campaign ended prematurely after defeats to New Zealand and India, leaving the team eliminated with a game to spare. Facing heavy criticism from fans and experts alike, the Mohammad Rizwan-led side struggled to put runs on the board.

Interim head coach Aaqib Javed refuted media reports claiming he berated the batting lineup for their poor performance. Javed stated that he doesn’t believe in harsh coaching methods, emphasizing a respectful approach to player development. “I don’t scold the players at all,” he said, “I respect players. You can help them. You can make them practice whatever they want.”

Javed attributed Pakistan’s struggles to a lack of consistent scoring and a failure to adapt their target-setting to match conditions. He highlighted the team’s inconsistent approach, citing the example of the T20 World Cup where they fell short of ambitious targets.

He also pointed to the broader issue of inconsistency within the Pakistan Cricket Board itself, arguing that frequent changes in policies hinder long-term success and player development. “Until you will not let a policy run for a long term, you will not get consistency,” Javed stressed. He called for greater stability within the board to address the team’s ongoing challenges.

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