Pakistan players unhappy with restrictions imposed by Hafeez

Players from the Pakistan cricket team find themselves discontent with the stringent regulations recently imposed by National team director Mohammad Hafeez during their ongoing tour in Australia. The newly introduced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) have become a topic of discussion and raised eyebrows within the squad.

According to a report by a local media outlet, Hafeez has instituted strict guidelines with a zero-tolerance policy towards inactivity, including a $500 fine for players found sleeping on the ground or displaying disinterest. While the intention behind these rules is to cultivate a sense of professionalism and concentration, some players have expressed frustration, likening the severity of the regulations to those observed in Under-16 team protocols.

Informal conversations among the players have unveiled a sense of dissatisfaction, particularly regarding what they perceive as a lack of trust and intrusion into their personal space. The players seem to be grappling with the heightened restrictions and the apparent departure from the usual norms they are accustomed to.

Hafeez, in defense of the SOPs, emphasized the critical nature of the ongoing tour and the need to uphold high standards. He urged players to avoid exhibiting lethargy or disengagement, especially in public spaces.