Mohsin Naqvi’s PCB termed ‘weak’, accused of ‘kneeling before players’
Pakistan cricket faces renewed criticism after a T20 World Cup exit and ODI series loss. Former opener Ahmed Shehzad alleges the PCB built up a select group of players, now failing to deliver, while neglecting accountability and player development. He claims the board's weakness empowers these stars, hindering genuine progress and leaving fans disillusioned.
Pakistan cricket’s recurring pattern of hype followed by disappointment and backlash has resurfaced once again after another underwhelming run. An early exit from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 at the Super Eight stage was followed by a 1-2 ODI series loss in Bangladesh, triggering sharp criticism from former opener Ahmed Shehzad. Shehzad’s remarks were not limited to selection debates or leadership questions.
Instead, he targeted what he believes is a deeper structural issue within the Pakistan Cricket Board. According to him, the board spent years promoting a select group of players as the faces of both the national team and the Pakistan Super League, only to find itself struggling when results began to decline. “The calibre of your players is not at that level, which was built up as a baran by the Pakistan Cricket Board for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 5 and 7 years ago.
These 6-8 boys they are also the face of the PSL. They are also the face of our Pakistan team. Will they change Pakistan’s desitny?
” Ahmed Shehzad questioned in a video posted on his YouTube channel. He further accused the board of heavily backing this core group through endorsements, leadership roles, and financial support, while failing to ensure accountability. “You provided all the sponsorships to those boys, endorsed them, and invested money in them.