Shoaib Malik has opposed any kind of surgery in the Pakistan cricket team, stating that surgery should only be considered when you have a lot to work with. He remarked that we don't have much, and these are our best players, so what changes can you make among them?

In an exclusive interview from Germany with Pakistan largest cricket website, www.cricketpakistan.com.pk, Shoaib Malik said that removing the responsibility from 2 or 3 individuals is not the solution to any problem. When you bring someone in, they should be given ample time, and things will improve with this approach.

He said that if someone has the abilities but is unsure whether they will stay or be replaced Quickly, how can they improve national cricket? Whoever is appointed to a position should be given a long-term chance, and positive results will start to come by adopting this strategy.

He added that it is good for Pakistani cricket that Gary Kirsten is taking on the role of white-ball head coach and Jason Gillespie is taking responsibility for the Test format.

Regarding the issue of not issuing NOC to senior players for leagues, Shoaib Malik said that in his opinion, it is a good decision because the country should always come first. However, players should not suffer financially.

Shoaib Malik advised Babar Azam to represent the national team as a player and suggested that Fakhar Zaman should be given the captaincy in white-ball cricket. He expressed disinterest in representing the national team in the future. The former captain stated that the Indian cricket team must come to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy.