Mohammad Hafeez and PCB part ways, Hafeez vows revelations in near future

The cricketing world witnessed another controversial development about the Pakistan Cricket Board yesterday as the body announced its decision to part ways with Mohammad Hafeez, the Director of Cricket for the men’s national team. This move came after a relatively short stint marked by both hope and disappointment.

Hafeez, revered for his stellar playing career across all formats, was appointed to the role in December 2023, amidst high expectations. His passion for the game, combined with his experience and tactical acumen, instilled optimism in the Pakistani cricketing fraternity. However, the recent string of underwhelming performances by the national team under his guidance presented a different narrative.

The team’s losses in the Test series against Australia and the ongoing T20I series against New Zealand cast a shadow on Hafeez’s tenure. Critics pointed to selection inconsistencies, questionable strategies, and communication gaps as potential reasons for the setbacks. Additionally, reports of player discontent with the management style further complicated the situation.

Hafeez yesterday took to social media to confirm that the parting of ways was owing to the new chairmanship at the helm. “I accepted the new role as a director PCB with great passion to make positive reforms but unfortunately my designated tenure which was offered by the PCB for 4 years was cut short for 2 months on the account of new chairmanship,” Hafeez wrote on X.

“Will accordingly reveal…”

Hafeez also said that he would make some huge revelations regarding his stint, something that has left fans and pundits eager for statements from his end. “As always, I foremost take responsibility and put myself accountable for all my executions in my given time and will accordingly reveal all the cricketing and other amateur non-cricketing facts which ensure bad performances. Stay tuned…,” he said.

For Hafeez, this chapter possibly marks a return to the TV studio where he is likely to play the role of an analyst during the PSL. He will likely make his promised revelations there itself and fans and pundits will surely be hooked.