Key Points:
- Selectors Removed: Wahab Riaz and Abdul Razzaq.
- Reason: Poor World Cup performance.
- Former Cricketers’ Concerns: Raised issues about selection.
- Remaining Members: Mohammad Yousuf and Asad Shafiq.
- Restructuring Efforts: PCB aims to improve future performance
In a significant move, Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, has removed selectors Wahab Riaz and Abdul Razzaq from the selection committee. This decision comes in the wake of the national team’s disappointing performance in the recent World Cup. Sources reveal that the removal of the selectors is directly related to the team’s underwhelming performance.
The decision followed a meeting where former cricketers expressed concerns and criticisms about the selection committee’s decisions. The meeting with the PCB Chairman highlighted the perceived shortcomings and led to this decisive action.
The selection committee initially included four former cricketers, but following this reshuffle, only Mohammad Yousuf and Asad Shafiq remain part of the committee. Additionally, a data analyst and coaches will continue to be part of the selection process.
The national team’s lackluster performance in the World Cup triggered significant criticism from various quarters, including former test players who lodged complaints with the PCB Chairman. These complaints and the ensuing pressure played a crucial role in the decision to remove Riaz and Razzaq from their positions.
Mohsin Naqvi’s decision aims to address the performance issues and bring about a more effective selection process. The PCB is now focused on restructuring and strengthening the selection committee to ensure better performance in future tournaments.
