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In my opinion, which I have held for quite some time, including during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Salman Butt is the best cricket analyst we have. He speaks with maturity, makes valid points, and focuses on real issues. In contrast, Wasim Akram mostly engages in banter and criticizes players beyond acceptable limits without offering meaningful insights.
Salman Butt, while speaking on his YouTube channel, shared his thoughts:
“Who are the people driving this narrative in Pakistan? Are they highly educated or deeply knowledgeable about the game? No. 99.9% of them are pushing these arguments for TRPs and social media engagement.”
“Their goal is to appear as if they care more about the team than anyone else because that’s what generates views—and views bring money.”
“If you are a former player, take real steps instead of just making statements. Work for the game beyond personal gains. Words alone won’t bring change.”
“Cricket criticism is justified, and players should be held accountable for their performances.”
“However, they should not be disrespected or humiliated. The legends of the past were given their due respect, and today’s players deserve the same. Criticize, but do so with decency.”
Meanwhile, Yograj Singh, father of Yuvraj Singh, also voiced his concerns while speaking to a local channel, criticizing former Pakistani cricketers for their approach:
“Such big players like Wasim Akram—saying such disgusting things? And people around him are laughing. They should be ashamed. Shoaib Akhtar, such a big player—you are comparing Pakistan's players with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli? Wasim ji, you are sitting there and making money, no? Go back to your country and conduct a camp. I want to see which of you greats can help Pakistan win a World Cup. If not, resign.”
“If I go there (to Pakistan), I will make the team better within a year. You will all remember me. It's all about passion.”
“Talking big while sitting in the commentary box doesn't make a difference.”
“So many Pakistan players are there, sitting outside and talking about the team—it doesn't paint a good picture. Have you ever seen ex-Indian players using such harsh words for their own team? It has a big effect. At a time when your players are low on confidence and the team's morale is going down, if they hear what you all are saying, they will be under even more pressure. You are all legends—they will listen to you.”
“I am saying this to everyone. All these players came because of Imran Khan. Today, is there anyone like him to mentor youngsters? Tell Wasim Akram ji, Waqar Younis ji, and Shoaib Akhtar ji—you keep talking about talent. Pakistan is full of talent. You were also identified once. Someone helped you become good cricketers.”
“I don't like anyone from any country using such words for their own players.”
Salman Butt, while speaking on his YouTube channel, shared his thoughts:
“Who are the people driving this narrative in Pakistan? Are they highly educated or deeply knowledgeable about the game? No. 99.9% of them are pushing these arguments for TRPs and social media engagement.”
“Their goal is to appear as if they care more about the team than anyone else because that’s what generates views—and views bring money.”
“If you are a former player, take real steps instead of just making statements. Work for the game beyond personal gains. Words alone won’t bring change.”
“Cricket criticism is justified, and players should be held accountable for their performances.”
“However, they should not be disrespected or humiliated. The legends of the past were given their due respect, and today’s players deserve the same. Criticize, but do so with decency.”
Meanwhile, Yograj Singh, father of Yuvraj Singh, also voiced his concerns while speaking to a local channel, criticizing former Pakistani cricketers for their approach:
“Such big players like Wasim Akram—saying such disgusting things? And people around him are laughing. They should be ashamed. Shoaib Akhtar, such a big player—you are comparing Pakistan's players with Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli? Wasim ji, you are sitting there and making money, no? Go back to your country and conduct a camp. I want to see which of you greats can help Pakistan win a World Cup. If not, resign.”
“If I go there (to Pakistan), I will make the team better within a year. You will all remember me. It's all about passion.”
“Talking big while sitting in the commentary box doesn't make a difference.”
“So many Pakistan players are there, sitting outside and talking about the team—it doesn't paint a good picture. Have you ever seen ex-Indian players using such harsh words for their own team? It has a big effect. At a time when your players are low on confidence and the team's morale is going down, if they hear what you all are saying, they will be under even more pressure. You are all legends—they will listen to you.”
“I am saying this to everyone. All these players came because of Imran Khan. Today, is there anyone like him to mentor youngsters? Tell Wasim Akram ji, Waqar Younis ji, and Shoaib Akhtar ji—you keep talking about talent. Pakistan is full of talent. You were also identified once. Someone helped you become good cricketers.”
“I don't like anyone from any country using such words for their own players.”
