Shoaib Akhtar Dismisses Reports of Taking PCB Chief Selector Role
· Sports · Times of India, NDTV Sports
Shoaib Akhtar has strongly rejected media reports claiming he is set to join the Pakistan Cricket Board as chief selector. Speaking on PTV Sports from Houston, the former fast bowler labeled the speculation completely fake. Akhtar confirmed he has held no discussions with PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi regarding any official appointment. He reiterated that he intends to follow his mother's advice to stay away from the cricket board and politics. Pakistan cricket is currently reviewing its setup following a 0-3 Test series defeat against England.
Why it matters
Pakistan cricket leadership remains unstable as the national team faces mounting pressure after recent Test series losses.
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