Wicket keeper Sarfraz Ahmed on Thursday was appointed captain of the One Day International (ODI) cricket team, replacing senior batsman Azhar Ali.

Azhar Ali, in a meeting with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Shaharyar Khan in Dubai, informed the PCB head that he is ready to step down as captain, PCB sources said, after which the PCB appointed Sarfraz captain.

Separately, Test captain Misbah-ul-haq told the PCB chairman that he needs some time to decide whether he will remain captain or not and will reach a decision after the Pakistan Super League, the sources said.

Talking to DawnNews on the phone from Dubai Shehryar Khan said Ahzar Ali told him that he was ready to step down as the ODI captain.

"After Azhar's offer I discuss the matter with head coach Mickey Arthur, Inzamam ul Haq and other senior officials and we mutualy decided to appoint Sarfraz as the new captain."

Shehryar Khan also said, "Misbah has informed him that he is yet to decide about retaining the position as the Test captain and will inform us about his decision after PSL"

The PCB chairman gave Misbah time to make the decision, but made it clear that the board will also have a say in the matter of Test captaincy.

Read more: Azhar, Sarfraz in running for Test, ODI captaincy

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