Former Pakistan cricket captain and current mentor of the Markhors, Misbah-ul-Haq, has made an unexpected exit from the Champions Cup to attend charity events in the United States of America (USA).
While the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) gave him the green light to go, it’s definitely got some people raising their eyebrows.
What’s the Real Story?
Apparently, Misbah had informed the PCB about his pre-scheduled commitments in the USA well before he even accepted the mentor role for the Champions Cup. The board knew this overlap would happen and gave him the okay to step away for a bit. Misbah is expected to return soon and rejoin the team.
But for a lot of fans, that explanation doesn’t quite cut it. The minute news broke about his departure, social media lit up with criticism. Many fans feel that, given how much Misbah’s being paid by the PCB to mentor the Markhors, he should’ve put the Champions Cup first instead of heading off for charity events.
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What’s the Deal with Mentors Anyway?
Misbah-ul-Haq leaving mid-tournament also stirs up a bigger question—what’s the actual role of these high-profile mentors in the Champions Cup?
People have been wondering why the PCB is pouring so much money into these mentors without really clarifying what their responsibilities are. Are they supposed to be guiding the team, boosting morale, or are they just figureheads?
Some fans argue that the PCB should’ve pushed Misbah, or any mentor with conflicting commitments, to stay and focus on the Champions Cup, especially since it’s such a big deal for the future of Pakistan cricket. So, the big question everyone’s asking is: Were those charity events really more important than being there for his team?
While Misbah’s return is expected soon, the buzz around his departure isn’t likely to die down anytime soon. His decision has sparked a bigger conversation about what mentors are actually supposed to bring to the table in the Champions Cup.
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