Misbah-ul-Haq criticizes Pakistan Cricket Board following his resignation

Former Pakistan Test captain Misbah-ul-Haq has resigned as national selector while publicly criticizing the Pakistan Cricket Board for its reactive management style. His departure follows the PCB’s decision to remove head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed, bowling coach Umar Gul, and seven players from the current Test tour of England. Misbah described these mid-series personnel changes as cosmetic and warned that they fail to address deeper structural issues within the team. He also alleged a double standard in how the board treats local versus foreign coaches, noting that overseas staff often face less scrutiny despite poor results. Misbah advocated for a long-term development model similar to that utilized by India, emphasizing that Pakistan must prioritize consistent red-ball exposure for young players over reactionary measures.

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