Mohsin Naqvi Loses Patience After Pakistan Turmoil; Set to Axe Aaqib Javed, Man Behind Test Squad Shake-up: Report
Mohsin Naqvi is expected to make sweeping changes after Pakistan’s losses in England and the West Indies, with foreign coaches also under review.
- Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi is initiating a major organizational overhaul to address persistent performance issues, including the release of senior selector Aaqib Javed and women's team coach Wahab Riaz.
- The restructuring follows a 0-3 Test series sweep in England, where critics blame frequent coaching and captaincy changes for the team's administrative instability and poor results.
- White-Ball head coach Mike Hesson has indicated willingness to lead the Test team if given a confirmed timeframe and operational autonomy free from interference.
- Separately, Naqvi faced criticism on Sunday when the Indian team did not receive the winners' trophy from him during the Asia Cup women's final in Dubai, repeating a 2025 incident.
- Naqvi will soon consult with aides and governing board members before finalizing changes, while the board negotiates with foreign coaches to replace the women's team staff after the Asian Games in Japan.
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Mohsin Naqvi set to take drastic steps; Aaqib Javed, Wahab Riaz could face axe
After a poor performance in England, Pakistan cricket is gearing up for a possible major shake-up. Reports indicate that the Pakistan Cricket Board is evaluating the national selection committee, with former player Aaqib Javed at risk of losing his position. Furthermore, the changes may extend to the women's team and coaching personnel, as Mohsin Naqvi confers with his team and board members to finalize the direction ahead.
"Mohsin Naqvi Realised": PCB Turmoil Not Stopping, 2 More Sackings On The Way: Report
The Pakistan Cricket Board is set for a major shake-up, with chairman Mohsin Naqvi expected to take some tough calls in the coming days, including changes to the national selection committee and the release of former Test cricketer Aqib Javed from his duties as senior selector.
Pakistan Cricket Board set for major shake-up amidst performance concerns
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is poised for a significant overhaul under chairman Mohsin Naqvi, with anticipated changes to the national selection committee and the release of key personnel like Aqib Javed and Wahab Riaz. This comes amidst a losing streak and internal turmoil, prompting radical measures to improve the team's performance and administrative efficiency.
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