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Article: Khan steps down as Pakistan captain to regain his form.
- Article from:
- Gulf News (United Arab Emirates)
- Article date:
- November 12, 2009
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Byline: K.R. NayarSenior Reporter
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younus STEPS DOWN
Younus Khan has quit as captain of the Pakistan team to regain his form. Speaking to Gulf News, Asad Mustafa, the assistant manager of the Pakistan team, said: "Khan has stepped down and has pulled out of the New Zealand tour as he is out of form. He has decided that he will play domestic cricket and then wait for selection."
Mohammad Yousuf has been appointed the new captain with Kamran Akmal his deputy for the upcoming New Zealand tour.
Speaking to the media after his resignation, Younus said: "I have taken this decision after giving serious thought. Since I am not ...