Multan Sultans CEO Gohar Shah criticizes Pakistan cricket player professionalism
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 3:02 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Multan Sultans CEO Gohar Shah has issued a critique of the Pakistan Cricket Board and the current state of the national team. His comments follow the removal of seven players from the Test squad and a coaching staff shake-up ahead of the third Test against England at Edgbaston on September 9. Shah highlighted concerns regarding player discipline, diet, and effort during matches, specifically noting a lack of intensity from bowlers. He also criticized the domestic cricket ecosystem, citing bureaucratic interference and a lack of clear incentives for Pakistan Super League franchise owners. These remarks emerge after Pakistan suffered consecutive losses to England in the first two Tests of the series. The CEO stated that he provided his assessment to address persistent issues he has observed from his involvement in the sport.
- •Multan Sultans CEO Gohar Shah addressed perceived lack of professionalism among Pakistan cricket players.
- •The Pakistan Cricket Board recently overhauled its Test squad and coaching staff.
- •The third Test against England is scheduled to begin at Edgbaston on September 9.
- •Shah criticized the current Pakistan Super League franchise model and bureaucratic hurdles within the board.
- 3:02 AMYahoo Sports — Pakistan cricket insider launches explosive attack on players’ professionalism, agenda-driven journalists and PCB
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — ‘This may land me in hot water’: Multan Sultans CEO Gohar Shah delivers explosive take on Pakistan cricket turmoil
"Pakistan Cricket Board's recent squad and coaching changes have drawn significant criticism. Multan Sultans CEO Gohar Shah voiced concerns over player professionalism and team intensity. He also highlighted issues within the wider cricket ecosystem, including media and former players. Shah pointed to bureaucratic hurdles and a lack of incentive for PCB stakeholders. His assessment offered a candid view on the state of Pakistan cricket.
"Multan Sultans Gohar Shah didn't pull back when he gave his criticism of Pakistani players and PCB calling for immediate change.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 3:02 AMPakistan cricket insider launches explosive attack on players’ professionalism, agenda-driven journalists and PCB
Multan Sultans Gohar Shah didn't pull back when he gave his criticism of Pakistani players and PCB calling for immediate change.
- Yahoo SportsSep 1, 2026, 7:35 PM‘This may land me in hot water’: Multan Sultans CEO Gohar Shah delivers explosive take on Pakistan cricket turmoil
Pakistan Cricket Board's recent squad and coaching changes have drawn significant criticism. Multan Sultans CEO Gohar Shah voiced concerns over player professionalism and team intensity. He also highlighted issues within the wider cricket ecosystem, including media and former players. Shah pointed to bureaucratic hurdles and a lack of incentive for PCB stakeholders. His assessment offered a candid view on the state of Pakistan cricket.
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