Pakistan cricket board recalls seven players and replaces two coaches

The Pakistan Cricket Board removed seven players and two coaches from the national team following a 2-0 series loss against England. Head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul were dismissed, with Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke appointed for the final Test starting September 9 in Birmingham. Players including Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Ali Usman, Khurram Shahzad, Aamir Jamal, and Awais Zafar were recalled from the tour. Reports indicate several players learned of their removal through social media rather than direct communication from team management. Misbah-ul-Haq subsequently resigned from the selection committee due to a lack of consultation regarding the changes. The board cited concerns over player character, fitness, and decision-making during the series.

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