Misbah-ul-Haq criticizes Pakistan Cricket Board following his resignation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 7:35 AM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026
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.
- •Misbah-ul-Haq stepped down as national selector following the PCB’s mid-series personnel purge.
- •The PCB issued show-cause notices to the entire selection committee prior to Misbah's resignation.
- •Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul were released from their coaching duties during the England tour.
- •Misbah urged the board to adopt a long-term developmental strategy rather than making reactive changes.
- 7:35 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Cosmetic surgery’ won’t fix Pakistan cricket: Misbah-ul-Haq takes aim at PCB after stepping down
"Misbah-ul-Haq, the former captain of Pakistan, has voiced his disappointment with the Pakistan Cricket Board's inconsistent policies, particularly regarding the treatment of local versus foreign coaches. He emphasized that knee-jerk reactions under pressure fail to solve issues, and advocated for a thorough evaluation of team performances. Misbah pointed to India's methodical approach to development as an exemplary model for fostering sustained improvement in cricket.
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