After a disappointing exit of Pakistan from World Cup 2023, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) appoint Wahab Riaz, a former left-arm fast bowler, as the new chief selector. The decision took place after the former skipper Inzamam ul Haq resigned from PCB. The resignation is due to the “conflict of interest” allegations, noticing the vital development to modify Pakistan’s cricketing leadership.
Background and availability
After Inzamam ul Haq stepped back from his post on October 30, the post of Chief selector was vacant. Inzamam ul Haq was exposed as the partner in Yazoo International Ltd, which is a management company of players that represents high-profile cricketers. This led to the allegations and after all the charges against the former skipper, the PCB established a committee of five members.
Appointing Wahab Riaz
Wahan Riaz, with a remarkable and pathetic history in International career, will now be responsible for selecting the national team. Riaz brings profitable experience after representing the country in 27 tests, 90 ODIs, and 36 T20Is. After his appointment, the first task will be to select the team for the forthcoming Australian tour. The tour includes the test series of three matches against Kangaroos and a T20Is series of Five matches with New Zealand.
Viewpoint of Wahab Riaz
Wahab Riaz expressed their gratitude for appointing him and he confessed the honor of directing the national selection committee. He highlighted the importance of Australia’s tour and match series with New Zealand in preparing for the T20 World Cup series, held in the USA and West Indies in June. Wahab Riaz emphasized partnershipping with Mohammad Hafeez, the freshly appointed Director of cricket, to form a versatile team focused on the performance of domestic cricket.
Reshuffling in Pakistan Cricket
After the team was dissatisfied with their performance in the World Cup, PCB appoint Wahab Riaz to reshuffle the Pakistan Cricket. Babar Azam resigned from the post of captaincy, Shan Masood will take place and lead in Test matches and Shaheen Shah Afridi will captain the T20 series. The role of “Director Pakistan Men’s Cricket Team” showed up to former cricketer Muhammad Hafeez, marking a serious change in the leadership format of the team.
Conclusion
Wahab Riaz’s appointment as Chief Selector marks an important step in refreshing Pakistan’s cricket format. Riaz’s objective is to create a well-rounded squad with the strategic collaboration of Muhammad Hafeez. This vast reshuffling in the history of Pakistan Cricket reflects the commitment of PCB to directing the new era of successful Pakistan Cricket, indicating hope for the future.