Inzamam-ul-Haq, Pakistan’s head selector, announced his departure from his position in the wake of Babar Azam and team’s poor performance in the tournament. Inzamam made his choice in response to a claim that he had a conflict of interest, according to geo.tv. According to the article, Inzamam is an affiliate of the player’s management firm alongside being part of PCB. The firm helps to negotiate contracts for players.
The 53-year-old, who was reappointed in August, is requesting that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) look into this matter further. As quoted by Geo.Tv, Inzamam-ul-Haq said, “People speak without research. Questions were raised on me, so I decided that it was better I resign. I told the PCB to do their research. I have no relation with the player-agent company.”
In the meantime, PCB has began an inquiry into a conflict of interest regarding the squad selection procedure that was mentioned in the media.
PCB posted on social media saying that, “Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has set up a five-member fact-finding committee to investigate allegations in respect of conflict of interest reported in the media pertaining to the team selection process. The committee will submit its report and any recommendations to the PCB Management in an expeditious manner.”
Pakistan and their poor run in ODI World Cup 2023
Pakistan has lost four of its opening six World Cup games, and they are in danger of losing their chance at a semifinal spot. They have four points and a poor Net Run Rate and are currently sixth in the standings. After defeating Sri Lanka by six wickets and the Netherlands by 81 runs, respectively, Babar Azam and company got off to a fantastic start in the main event.
However, the Men in Green have dropped their last four games against South Africa, Afghanistan, Australia, and India. Pakistan lost a thrilling match against the Proteas by only one wicket. However, Pakistan is still vying to go to the semifinals. They need to triumph in their final three matches, which are against England, New Zealand, and Bangladesh.
Fans react as Inzamam-ul-Haq resigns from his post as PCB chief selector:
Inzamam Ul Haq has resigned as PCB Chief Selector. pic.twitter.com/c2lqfEMumF
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 30, 2023
With him his parchi imam will be out too ???
— *Roe Joot* (@ImGani22) October 30, 2023
— Shubham ? (@DankShubhum) October 30, 2023
Pakistani's rn pic.twitter.com/KgyBck3Sfr
— Crickfan (@crickadda07) October 30, 2023
PCB ka gotte mume agaya… pic.twitter.com/qsUVgwNeHU
— ????? ? ? (@Zimbu12_) October 30, 2023
Aayein ?????? pic.twitter.com/A72NzIZwih
— ????? (@rahulpassi) October 30, 2023
Comedy never ends in Pakistan ??
— Xi jingping (Parody) (@xipingaoc) October 30, 2023
Good news for Pakistan ??
Bad news for India ??— Abdul Rafay ?? (@rafayhassan17) October 30, 2023
Inzimam Ul Haq has resigned as chief selector, Zaka Ashraf had summoned him today
— Mr.Yadav? (@Mr_Yadav360) October 30, 2023
Just because of the performance of Pakistan cricket team
— cricketbuzz?? (@Mohdyasir6911) October 30, 2023
So I guess Inzamam Ul Haq decided it's time to step away from the selection game. Let's see what's in store for PCB now!
— Stewie (@StewzieGriffin) October 30, 2023
