The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has rejected Mohammad Yousuf’s resignation and has offered him a different role within the management.
According to the update given by PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, selector Yousuf’s resignation has not been accepted by the board and is keen to retain him in the setup.
Mohammad Yousuf was considered one of Pakistan’s greatest batsmen and has been the only batter to score 1788 runs in test cricket in a calendar year in 2006.
Between the allegation of favouritism after Pakistan’s defeat towards Bangladesh at home, Yousuf decided to resign as chief selector due to personal reasons.
But Mohsin Naqvi has chosen not to leave him and also planned to redefine his role within the board. While addressing in the press conference at Gadaffi Stadium, Naqvi claimed that PCB values the experience and contributions of the former cricketer.
“We are not letting Yousuf go anywhere. “Razzaq is important, Yousuf is important too. I’m consulting other former cricketers as well. I invite them to join us in working for the betterment of Pakistan cricket,” Naqvi said.
He further revealed that Yousuf would be given two or three new roles withing the board. He further mentioned that other former cricketers such as Abdul Razzaq will also be consulted in improving to overall structure and development of the national team.
Besides this, Mohsin Naqvi also broke his silence on the current happenings revolving around Champions Trophy 2025. He confirmed that Pakistan was committed to host the ICC event and was prepared to address any concerns the Indian side might have.
“If India has concerns, they should inform us, and we will address their reservations. We are committed to hosting the tournament in Pakistan as planned,” he added.
After BCCI denied to send Indian Cricket Team to Pakistan to play Champions Trophy, PCB has seeked ICC’s explanation on BCCI’s stance as they are not willing to adopt hybrid model.
With things around the tournament getting heated up, all eyes are on ICC‘s decision on the tournanment.
