'Good for nothing': Kaneria lambasts Pak cricket, calls it 'a shame after 70 years'
Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria has publicly criticized the national cricket board and team performance following a series loss to England. He cited poor selection, lack of accountability, and a decline in the team's competitive spirit as primary issues.
Why it matters
Cricket is a cultural pillar in Pakistan, and high-profile criticism of the national board reflects broader public frustration with institutional management.
Former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria has strongly criticised the country’s cricket system after Pakistan suffered a 0-2 Test series defeat against England. He questioned the team’s selection, coaching, domestic cricket structure and the lack of accountability within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).Pakistan’s 194-run loss at Lord’s gave England an unassailable lead in the series. In response, Pakistan released seven players from the squad and removed head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul. But Kaneria believes changing personnel will not solve the deeper problems.Kaneria questions Pakistan’s team and bowling attackKaneria said Pakistan’s cricket has lost its competitiveness and the fighting spirit that was once associated with the team. He also criticised the repeated changes in leadership and selection.“It's a shame that after 70 years, Pakistan has gone through such a disaster. There is no logic, selection committee, or play. They are just good for nothing.
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