Moin Khan declines PCB role while Son Azam Khan remains active player

Former skipper expresses hope for India's participation in Champions Trophy 2025 to be hosted in Pakistan

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Former Pakistan cricket captain Moin Khan has chosen not to pursue a position with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) while his son, Azam Khan, remains an active player.

Azam Khan is currently representing Pakistan in T20 Internationals and has played 14 matches to date.

"It doesn't seem appropriate for me to take a position now that Azam is playing," Moin said.

Responding to circulating rumours about potential future roles, Moin clarified, "I will talk about it after Waqar Younis’s announcement."

The former wicketkeeper highlighted several issues within the PCB, particularly the delay in surgeries due to the absence of a doctor. "Surgery will only happen after a doctor joins PCB," he explained, underscoring the urgent need for medical support within the organisation.

Reflecting on the recent World Cup preparations, Moin remarked, "The World Cup preparations were evident to everyone."

However, he expressed disappointment with the team’s performance, stating, "As a former captain and cricketer, I was also disappointed with the cricket team's performance."

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Moin criticised the lack of strategic planning within the team. "There was no visible planning in the cricket team. There is a system under which players come and go. When the system gets flawed, problems arise," he said.

Emphasising the importance of supporting new players, Moin cautioned against premature judgements. "We should support new players, but we start discussing based on one performance," he stated.

He also advocated for a respectful farewell for retiring players, akin to practices in India. "Players in Pakistan should be given a respectful farewell like in India," he said.

Addressing team dynamics, Moin warned against leaking internal information. "When information leaks from within the team, it gets discussed worldwide. Conversations from the dressing room, whether from the coach or the captain, should not be leaked," he said.

Looking ahead, Moin expressed hope for India's participation in international tournaments. "India is a big team, and they should participate in the Champions Trophy. It would be unfair if India does not come to the Champions Trophy after the Asia Cup," he concluded.