Pakistan captain Babar Azam could quit his role as captain after the team's unimpressive 2023 ODI World Cup season. Due to their lower net run rate compared to New Zealand, the Men in Green will almost certainly not finish in the top four.

Pakistan captain Babar Azam - disappointed with the conduct of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and former cricketer - is likely to tender his resignation as white-ball cricket captain upon his return from India, well-informed sources claimed on Friday.

Babar's subpar leadership and the way it has affected his batting performance has been criticized by fans and pundits in recent times. Pakistan didn't even make it to the final of the 2023 Asia Cup and has several important decisions to make before the T20 World Cup 2024 and the Champions Trophy 2025.

According to a report, Babar Azam has sought advice from former Pakistan player and PCB chairman Ramiz Raja. The star batter was seen talking to Ramiz after the team's training session at Eden Gardens ahead of the final league game against England.

As a result, people in Babar's inner circle have recommended that he resign from his captaincy in both red-ball and white-ball cricket.

Although Babar had initially planned to take this decision during his stay in India, he has now postponed it and will finalize his decision upon his return to the country.

The team led by Babar suffered setbacks against India, Australia, South Africa and Afghanistan while emerging victorious against Netherlands, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and New Zealand.

Pakistan still has a chance of finishing their campaign with 10 points, but their net result rate is a cause for concern. To surpass the Kiwis they need a comfortable win against England.

If Pakistan were to bat first against England, they would have to beat them by 287 runs.

If Pakistan bowl first, they will have to shut out England for 50 runs and chase the target in two overs or 100 runs in three overs.