Mohsin Naqvi signals roster changes following Pakistan test match loss
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 12:24 PM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Pakistan Cricket Board chair Mohsin Naqvi defended the recent dismissal of head coach Sarfaraz and bowling coach Gul. The coaching staff changes follow Pakistan's 194-run loss against England in the Lord's Test. Mohsin Naqvi stated that the board has no other option but to implement personnel changes if players fail to deliver on-field performance. The decision reflects pressure on the squad following the heavy defeat at the London venue. No further coaching or player replacements have been officially confirmed at this time, but the board chair indicated that ongoing poor results will trigger additional accountability measures.
- •Mohsin Naqvi fired head coach Sarfaraz and bowling coach Gul
- •Pakistan lost the Lord's Test by 194 runs
- •Board chair Mohsin Naqvi warned of further changes for underperforming players
- •Accountability measures are expected following the recent series result
- 12:24 PMESPNcricinfo — Mohsin Naqvi on Pakistan's changes: No option if players don't perform
"The PCB chair defends the decision to sack head coach Sarfaraz and bowling coach Gul after Pakistan lost the Lord's Test by 194 runs
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