Pakistan cricket has faced adverse challenges recently, including a historic Test series defeat at home against Bangladesh. The performance of the Pakistan national team and the decisions made by the Pakistan Cricket Board have come under intense scrutiny.
Rashid Latif, a former wicketkeeper, has voiced strong criticism of the PCB’s recent decisions and management. His concerns focus on the absence of cricket expertise among the PCB’s leadership and key positions.
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How did Rashid Latif criticize PCB?
Rashid Latif has been vocal about the state of Pakistan cricket and the role of the PCB. On his show, 'Caught Behind,' Latif expressed frustration with the PCB's recent leadership.
He pointed out that the PCB’s chairmen over the last four years have led Pakistan cricket into decline. Latif questioned the decisions made during Zaka Ashraf's tenure as PCB chairman, including captaincy changes that, according to him, contributed to team disunity.
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Latif also raised concerns about the PCB’s current leadership. He questioned the decisions made by former PCB chairman Zaka Ashraf and the role of Misbah-ul-Haq, who was brought back as an advisor.
What did Rashid Latif say on the members of PCB?
Latif criticized the ongoing leadership and argued that those in charge lack the necessary cricketing background and understanding. He posted on X a list of people working at the PCB.
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— Rashid Latif | 🇵🇰 (@iRashidLatif68) September 4, 2024
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Latif used this post to underline his point that the PCB’s leadership does not include people with a deep understanding of the game. He highlighted that the board’s current structure is disconnected from the needs and realities of cricket.
The recent Test series defeat to Bangladesh has intensified criticism of the PCB. Bangladesh’s historic win, marked by a dominant performance, has been seen as a reflection of the broader issues within Pakistan cricket.
Latif’s criticism also touches on the impact of captaincy changes. The frequent swapping of captains, including the removal of Babar Azam and the appointment of Shan Masood and Shaheen Shah Afridi, has been a point of contention. Latif argues that these decisions have contributed to a lack of team unity and overall poor performance.