In a significant turn of events, Inzamam-ul-Haq, Pakistan’s chief selector, has tendered his resignation amidst a tumultuous World Cup campaign.
This decision follows allegations of a conflict of interest levelled against Inzamam-ul-Haq.
As reported by a local news channel, the conflict of interest arises from Inzamam’s association with a player’s management company registered with the PCB, which is actively involved in securing player contracts.
The 53-year-old, who was reinstated as a selector in August, has called for a thorough investigation by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) into this matter.
Inzamam-ul-Haq emphasized, “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.”
PCB launches investigation
Concurrently, the PCB has launched its own investigation into the reported conflict of interest, particularly concerning the team selection process.
“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,” PCB said in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“The committee will submit its report and any recommendations to the PCB Management in an expeditious manner.”
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…
— PCB Media (@TheRealPCBMedia) October 30, 2023
Inzamam-ul-Haq had previously served as a PCB selector from August 2016 to July 2019, during which Pakistan clinched the 2017 Champions Trophy under the captaincy of Sarfaraz Khan.
This development adds further intrigue to Pakistan’s challenging journey in the 2023 World Cup, as both on and off-field matters continue to shape the team’s narrative.
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