In our latest exclusive interview, senior cricket journalist and analyst Mirza Iqbal Baig shares his candid and thought-provoking insights into the turmoil within Pakistan cricket. With years of experience covering the game, Mirza Iqbal Baig breaks down the challenges facing the team, the impact of political interference, and the key factors behind Pakistan's recent struggles.

By Saj Sadiq (February 22, 2025)

Key topics include:

Is Rizwan unhappy? –The inside story behind his frustration with selection and what was his reaction on the current squad.

Foreign coaches & PCB politics – Why Gillespie and Kirsten’s exit was mishandled. How PCB mishandled one of its biggest acquirements in the realm of coaching and how could it impact any such future hiring of the foreign coaches.

Pakistan’s downward spiral – The role of mismanagement and constant changes. How PCT has suffered greatly due to the recent changes in the squad on a massive scale and how such abrupt changes impact the dressing room environment.

Selection controversies – Was Faheem Ashraf picked due to political influence? Is there any truth to the buzz and rumours on social media? Linking his selection to political interference.

Too many coaches, no results – Why Pakistan cricket lacks direction. And how can this be changed in the future for betterment of cricket in Pakistan.

India vs Pakistan – Can Pakistan pull off a miracle or is India too strong?

The future of Pakistan cricket – What needs to change for the team to succeed?

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