Nasser Hussain Criticizes Pakistan Cricket Management

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has criticized the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for its management practices, attributing the team's struggles to persistent instability rather than the performance of key players like Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Naseem Shah. Following a heavy defeat to England, the PCB's decision to drop these star players has been met with scrutiny, as Hussain pointed out that Pakistan has cycled through 26 to 27 selectors compared to England's two or three, making effective planning virtually impossible. He emphasized that short-term thinking and constant leadership changes undermine the team's performance, stating, 'No successful business or sports team works that way.' While acknowledging financial disparities with wealthier cricket boards, Hussain believes Pakistan often exacerbates its issues through poor internal management. The second Test between Pakistan and England is set to take place in Multan on October 15, amid calls for the PCB to address its systemic problems.