'Right people for right positions': Afridi says Mohsin Naqvi should seek advice from cricketing experts

Former Pakistan cricket team captain Shahid Afridi has advised Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi to appoint the right people in the right positions.

Speaking on a TV show with Nadeem Malik after Pakistan's home defeat to New Zealand, he said, "Mohsin Naqvi should consult his seniors or experienced individuals who understand international cricket and focus on building the system. You don't need too many people for advice—five, six, or ten are enough."

"For example, when Mohammad Yousuf joined, he made a plan outlining what he would do in the next four to six months. But the main point remains—the right person should be in the right position," he added.

Pakistan suffered a loss to New Zealand in the opening match of the Champions Trophy on February 19 at National Stadium, Karachi.

Following this defeat, the Pakistan cricket team and the selection committee have faced criticism from fans and former cricketers.

Earlier, Pakistan also lost two matches in the tri-nation series against New Zealand at the same venue.

PAK vs NZ match summary

New Zealand started their ICC Champions Trophy campaign with a commanding 60-run victory over Pakistan in the opening match of the tournament at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi.

Chasing a target of 321 runs, Pakistan's batting lineup faltered predictably, with the team getting bowled out for 260 runs. Khushdil Shah was the top scorer with 69 runs, while Babar Azam contributed 64 runs. 

Salman Agha added 42, Fakhar Zaman scored 24, and Haris Rauf chipped in with 19 runs. Shaheen Shah Afridi added 14, Naseem Shah 13, Saud Shakeel 6, Captain Mohammad Rizwan 3 and Tayyab Tahir scored one run.

New Zealand's Will O'Rourke and captain Mitchell Santner took three wickets each. Matt Henry claimed two wickets, while Michael Bracewell and Nathan Smith picked up one wicket each.

Earlier in the day, New Zealand posted a solid total of 320/5 in their 50 overs after being invited to bat first. However, their innings did not begin smoothly, as they lost three wickets for just 73 runs. Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell were dismissed for 10 runs each, while captain Kane Williamson fell for just one run.

New Zealand stabilized their innings with a crucial 118-run partnership between Will Young and Tom Latham. Young played a brilliant knock of 107 runs before getting out.

Following Young's dismissal, Latham and Glenn Phillips added another 125 runs to strengthen New Zealand's total. Phillips was dismissed in the 49.4th over after scoring 61 runs, while Latham remained unbeaten on 118.

For Pakistan, Haris Rauf and Naseem Shah took two wickets each, while Abrar Ahmed claimed one.