- The former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar explained his remarks about Pakistan Cricket Board PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. He changed his earlier position within one day by stating that he never called Naqvi incompetent or illiterate.
- Akhtar explained his words were used in a more general context that he created. He said his criticism targeted the overall administration of Pakistan cricket, not Naqvi personally.
Television Comments Need Explanation
- Akhtar stated that a television channel misrepresented his remarks. He said he used the concept of "incompetence" to describe which problems exist in international cricket management.
- He added that he did not name Naqvi during that segment. He also mentioned that he said in the same program that he should not speak negatively about Naqvi. Akhtar believes Naqvi intends to enhance Pakistan cricket through his actions. Effective leadership requires both proper guidance and expert advice according to Akhtar.
Earlier Statement on Leadership
- Akhtar had previously criticized the PCB leadership during an interview with an Indian television channel. He questioned whether someone without relevant knowledge could successfully run an organization.
- He used an example, asking whether he could manage a television channel if appointed chairman without experience. He declared that hiring someone unqualified for a critical position represents a major error. The public understood his statements as attacks against Naqvi.
Match Context: India vs Pakistan
- The dispute followed the latest ICC Men's T20 World Cup game between India and Pakistan. The teams played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. India won the match by 61 runs.
- With this result, India improved its head-to-head record against Pakistan in T20 World Cup matches to 8–1.
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