'Major posting' for Shoaib Akhtar? Mohsin Naqvi holds talks with ex-Pakistan star
Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is in talks with PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi for a potential leadership role within the cricket board. The move is part of a broader restructuring effort following the national team's poor performance in recent tours.
Why it matters
This appointment could signal a major shift in Pakistan's cricket administration, moving from traditional management to involving former star players in decision-making roles.
Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar could soon move from being one of the Pakistan Cricket Board’s most vocal critics to having a role in shaping its cricketing decisions.Akhtar is reportedly in line for a major position within the PCB as chairman Mohsin Naqvi looks to restructure the board’s cricket think tank following Pakistan’s disastrous tour of England, PTI reported. While the exact nature of the proposed role has not been formally announced, Akhtar and Naqvi have already held discussions over Pakistan cricket.A source close to the PCB said Akhtar, who resides in Islamabad, met Naqvi last week and the two spoke at length about cricket-related matters.“Few weeks back when Shoaib’s elder brother passed away Mohsin Naqvi had interacted with him closely and was there for him.
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