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Ahmed Shehzad has criticised cricketers from the 1990s era, claiming their actions played a major role in the decline of Pakistan cricket after the historic 1992 World Cup victory.

Speaking during a Ramazan special episode of the comedy show Harna Mana Hai, the former Pakistan opener reflected on the period that followed Pakistan’s triumph under Imran Khan in the 1992 Cricket World Cup.

Shehzad said that while the 1992 team achieved remarkable success, the players who remained in the system afterwards failed to maintain the legacy established during that historic victory. According to him, poor leadership and a lack of honesty within the cricketing structure prevented Pakistan from sustaining its winning momentum.

The cricketer alleged that internal groupings, personal rivalries and favoritism began to dominate the team environment in later years. He claimed that such behaviour weakened the system and hindered the development of new talent.

Shehzad also suggested that some senior players allegedly promoted nepotism by favouring their own circles and even encouraging their children to enter cricket through influence. He further claimed that young cricketers often faced hostility from senior figures over minor issues, which created divisions within the dressing room.

Despite acknowledging that many players of the 1990s were exceptionally talented on the field, Shehzad said their conduct off the field did not always benefit the long-term growth of Pakistan cricket.

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