The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has abruptly suspended its national junior championship, citing ‘unavoidable circumstances’. The decision came after complaints about irregularities in team selection and concerns over age manipulation surfaced. The tournament, considered crucial for nurturing young talent, has been indefinitely postponed, raising questions about the PCB’s commitment to fair play and transparency.
Pakistan’s cricket team has been plagued by poor performance in recent years, with many attributing the decline to political interference and nepotism within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). The appointment of political figures, like Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, to key positions in the PCB has been criticized, with experts claiming it has led to instability and a lack of focus on performance. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently imprisoned on corruption charges, has also accused the government of manipulating the sport for political gain.
Former Pakistan batsman Ahmed Shehzad has launched a scathing attack on the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) after Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin expressed surprise at the team’s current struggles. Shehzad sarcastically mocked the PCB’s infrastructure projects and tournament organization, while downplaying Pakistan’s recent failures on the international stage.
Shabbir Ahmed, a former Pakistani fast bowler, has resigned as a regional coach, citing widespread political interference, favoritism, and nepotism within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). He expressed frustration with the lack of merit in player selections and the influence of political connections over talent.
Zaka Ashraf, the former chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has refuted claims of any divisions within the national team, specifically those related to the captaincy changes he implemented. Ashraf insists that the unity of the team actually improved after removing Babar Azam as captain and appointing Shaheen Shah Afridi as T20 captain and Shan Masood as Test captain.
Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has urged the PCB to prioritize red-ball cricket, citing India’s success with the Duleep Trophy as a model. He criticized the current strategy of emulating Australia, New Zealand, and England, suggesting that Pakistan should focus on building a stronger foundation through four-day tournaments.
Pakistan’s cricket team is facing a serious crisis, as highlighted by their recent 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in the first Test. PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed frustration over the lack of quality backup players, revealing a deep-rooted issue within the team’s structure and player development.
Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has launched a scathing critique of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), blaming their selection policies and strategies for the team’s historic 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in the Rawalpindi Test. The defeat marks Bangladesh’s first-ever Test victory over Pakistan on Pakistani soil, prompting widespread calls for reform within the PCB.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has allocated a significant 17 billion rupees for stadium upgrades in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi, aiming to elevate them to A-class venues ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. The board also committed a substantial increase in funding for women’s cricket, demonstrating a strong commitment to developing the sport across all levels.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has made changes to its national women’s selection committee following Pakistan’s 3-0 loss to the West Indies in the recent ICC Women’s Championship series. The new committee, led by Abdul Razzaq and Asad Shafiq, includes former women’s international player Batool Fatima and retains Asmavia Iqbal and Marina Iqbal. The coach and captain will also be part of the committee, and decisions will be based on majority votes. The new selection committee’s first task will be to pick the Pakistan women’s team for the upcoming tour of England.
